Destination

Şeyh Ömer Türbesi

The author of the Qur'an commentary named Bahru'l-Ulum lies in the tomb. The tomb has an octagonal plan and was built with neatly cut stone. Since the large dome on top was repaired with concrete, exact information about its original characteristics could not be obtained.

Gülnar, Mersin

Şeyh Ömer Türbesi and 6 places around it

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Highlights

  • Faith heritage

Good for

  • Heritage walks

Suggested visit:20 minutes

The author of the Qur'an commentary named Bahru'l-Ulum lies in the tomb. The tomb has an octagonal plan and is built of neatly cut stone. Since the large dome on top was repaired with concrete, exact information about its original characteristics could not be obtained.

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Şeyh Ömer Türbesi sits within Gülnar, Mersin. The toroti catalogue holds 130 described stops across Mersin, 4 of them in Gülnar.

The nearest stop is Akova Yaylası, 11 km to the northwest. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Antalya – Mersin route passes 7.3 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Other places nearby

Akova Yaylası11 km to the northwestMeydancik Kalesi14 km to the southeastPiramidal Çatili Mezar21 km to the southDört Ayak Anıt Mezar21 km to the southKelenderis Antik Kenti22 km to the southMersin Yerköprü Şelalesi23 km to the north

Routes that pass close by

Antalya – Mersin7.3 km

Frequently asked

What is Şeyh Ömer Türbesi?
The author of the Qur'an commentary named Bahru'l-Ulum lies in the tomb. The tomb has an octagonal plan and was built with neatly cut stone. Since the large dome on top was repaired with concrete, exact information about its original characteristics could not be obtained.
Where is Şeyh Ömer Türbesi?
Şeyh Ömer Türbesi is in Gülnar, Mersin.
How long does it take to visit Şeyh Ömer Türbesi?
The suggested visit time for Şeyh Ömer Türbesi is about 20 minutes.
What else is there to see near Şeyh Ömer Türbesi?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Şeyh Ömer Türbesi; the closest are Akova Yaylası, Meydancik Kalesi, Piramidal Çatili Mezar.
Is Şeyh Ömer Türbesi on the way anywhere, and which route?
Şeyh Ömer Türbesi lies 7.3 km from the Antalya – Mersin route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.