Destination
Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi
Although there is no information regarding the construction date in the tomb, the mosque’s minaret dates to 1686. The tomb is located in the middle of the mosque, and inside it there is a sarcophagus made with Republican-era woodwork. With the demolition of the mosque belonging to the Şeyh Hamit-i Veli Lodge, which housed the tomb within it, the present mosque, built of stone and wood materials, was constructed in its place.
Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi and 6 places around it
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Highlights
- Faith heritage
Good for
- Heritage walks
Suggested visit:30 minutes
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi sits within Darende, Malatya. The toroti catalogue holds 57 described stops across Malatya, 7 of them in Darende.
The nearest stop is Zengibar Kalesi, 550 m to the south. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
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Frequently asked
- What is Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi?
- Although there is no information regarding the construction date in the tomb, the mosque’s minaret dates to 1686. The tomb is located in the middle of the mosque, and inside it there is a sarcophagus made with Republican-era woodwork. With the demolition of the mosque belonging to the Şeyh Hamit-i Veli Lodge, which housed the tomb within it, the present mosque, built of stone and wood materials, was constructed in its place.
- Where is Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi?
- Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi is in Darende, Malatya.
- How long does it take to visit Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi?
- The suggested visit time for Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi is about 30 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Somuncu Baba Türbesi ve Külliyesi; the closest are Zengibar Kalesi, Tohma Çayi Kanyonu, Yusuf Paşa Bedesteni.