Destination

Mir Hasan Veli Medresesi

The madrasa, located in the cemetery at the entrance of Bahçesaray, was commissioned by Mir Hasan Veli in the XVI century. There are two repair inscriptions, one dated 1737 and the other 1858. Only the ground-floor cells of the structure have survived to the present day; the other parts have been demolished down to foundation level. The madrasa, set on a rectangular area close to a square, is entered through a door opened in the middle of the south facade.

Mir Hasan Veli Medresesi and 3 places around it

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Highlights

  • Local culture

Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Mir Hasan Veli Medresesi sits within Bahçesaray, Van. The toroti catalogue holds 56 described stops across Van, 2 of them in Bahçesaray.

The nearest stop is Tarihi Kırmızı Köprü, 4.1 km to the south. Another 3 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

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Frequently asked

What is Mir Hasan Veli Medresesi?
The madrasa, located in the cemetery at the entrance of Bahçesaray, was commissioned by Mir Hasan Veli in the XVI century. There are two repair inscriptions, one dated 1737 and the other 1858. Only the ground-floor cells of the structure have survived to the present day; the other parts have been demolished down to foundation level. The madrasa, set on a rectangular area close to a square, is entered through a door opened in the middle of the south facade.
Where is Mir Hasan Veli Medresesi?
Mir Hasan Veli Medresesi is in Bahçesaray, Van.
How long does it take to visit Mir Hasan Veli Medresesi?
The suggested visit time for Mir Hasan Veli Medresesi is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Mir Hasan Veli Medresesi?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Mir Hasan Veli Medresesi; the closest are Tarihi Kırmızı Köprü, Çatak Köprüsü, Hurkan Köprüsü.