Destination
Binbir Kilise (Madenşehir Örenyeri)
The structure was first built in 500, and after being ruined in the Arab invasion, it was repaired around 900. On both sides of the road leading north from Basilica No. 1, there is a Necropolis (cemetery) area. In this area, sarcophagi and sarcophagus lids scattered across the surface can be seen. The outer surfaces of some of these sarcophagi are decorated with relief figures. Some have only a relief of a cross.
Binbir Kilise (Madenşehir Örenyeri) and 6 places around it
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Highlights
- History
- Faith heritage
Good for
- Cultural routes
- Heritage walks
Suggested visit:45 minutes
The structure was first built in 500, and after being ruined in the Arab invasion, it was repaired around 900. On both sides of the road leading north from basilica no. 1, there is the Necropolis (cemetery) area. In this area, sarcophagi and sarcophagus lids scattered on the surface can be seen. The outer surfaces of some of these sarcophagi are decorated with relief figures. Some also have only a relief of a cross.
At a glance
- Type
- human settlement, archaeological site, historic site
- Architectural style
- Byzantine architecture
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Binbir Kilise (Madenşehir Örenyeri) sits within Karaman merkez, Karaman. The toroti catalogue holds 37 described stops across Karaman, 26 of them in Karaman merkez.
The nearest stop is Madenşehir Örenyeri, 290 m to the east. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
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Frequently asked
- What is Binbir Kilise (Madenşehir Örenyeri)?
- The structure was first built in 500, and after being ruined in the Arab invasion, it was repaired around 900. On both sides of the road leading north from Basilica No. 1, there is a Necropolis (cemetery) area. In this area, sarcophagi and sarcophagus lids scattered across the surface can be seen. The outer surfaces of some of these sarcophagi are decorated with relief figures. Some have only a relief of a cross.
- Where is Binbir Kilise (Madenşehir Örenyeri)?
- Binbir Kilise (Madenşehir Örenyeri) is in Karaman merkez, Karaman.
- How long does it take to visit Binbir Kilise (Madenşehir Örenyeri)?
- The suggested visit time for Binbir Kilise (Madenşehir Örenyeri) is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Binbir Kilise (Madenşehir Örenyeri)?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Binbir Kilise (Madenşehir Örenyeri); the closest are Madenşehir Örenyeri, Mahallaç Kilisesi, Değle Örenyeri.