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Eshabi Kehf Külliyesi

The Story of Eshab-ı Kehf (companions of the cave) Eshâb-ı Kehf is a narrative that exemplifies the interaction of different cultures in a process extending from pagan culture to Christianity, and from there to Islam. According to the narrative known in the Christian and Islamic worlds throughout the Middle Ages: In a city called Efsus or Yarpuz, a cruel ruler named the Roman Emperor Dakyanus (Dakyus) made the people worship himself and idols (AD 250).

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Eshabi Kehf Külliyesi

Highlights

  • Local culture

Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Eshabi Kehf Külliyesi sits within Afşin, Kahramanmaraş. The toroti catalogue holds 28 described stops across Kahramanmaraş, 1 of them in Afşin.

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Frequently asked

What is Eshabi Kehf Külliyesi?
The Story of Eshab-ı Kehf (companions of the cave) Eshâb-ı Kehf is a narrative that exemplifies the interaction of different cultures in a process extending from pagan culture to Christianity, and from there to Islam. According to the narrative known in the Christian and Islamic worlds throughout the Middle Ages: In a city called Efsus or Yarpuz, a cruel ruler named the Roman Emperor Dakyanus (Dakyus) made the people worship himself and idols (AD 250).
Where is Eshabi Kehf Külliyesi?
Eshabi Kehf Külliyesi is in Afşin, Kahramanmaraş.
How long does it take to visit Eshabi Kehf Külliyesi?
The suggested visit time for Eshabi Kehf Külliyesi is about 45 minutes.