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Coordinates: 37°52′27″N 32°29′34″E / 37.8741°N 32.4927°E / 37.8741; 32.4927
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37°52′27″N 32°29′34″E / 37.8741°N 32.4927°E / 37.8741; 32.4927

Seljuk palace of Konya
Seljuk palace of Konya
Seljuk palace of Konya, 19th century ruins
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Former namesSeljuk palace of Konya
General information
TypePalace
Architectural styleSeljuk
LocationKonya, Turkey
Completed1156-1192
Seljuk palace of Konya, modern reconstruction

The Seljuk palace of Konya, locally known as Seljuk Kiosk, or sometimes Alaeddin Kiosk (Alaeddin Köşkü) or Kılıç Arslan II Kiosk, is an ancient palatial structure in Konya, Turkey. The Palace was initially built by Sultan Kılıç Aslan II (1156-1192), first Sultan of the Sultanate of Rum.[1] It is the earliest datable court monument of the Sultanate of Rum.[2]

Although only ruins remain today, discovered fragments suggest that the building was high decorated with sophisticated artistic style.[2] The luxurious tiles found in the remains are reminiscent of the ceramic works of Kashan in Iran. There are scene of equestrial combat and royal hunt.[2] Stucco reliefs in Seljuk style were also found.[2]

The palace was refurnished by Alaeddin Kayqubad I (r.1220–1237).[3] He also built the Konya citadel, a protective structure around the palace and the nearby Alaeddin Mosque.

Only minimal ruins remain today, basically a tower and a few portions of walls, hence its local name of "Kiosk".[1]

A few decorated tiles, attribued to the period of Kılıç Aslan II, were found in the ruins.[4]

See also

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  • Lion sculpture from the walls of the palace
    Lion sculpture from the walls of the palace
  • Sultan Kilij Arslan II enthroned, Alaeddin Palace, Konya, 1156–1192.[4]
    Sultan Kilij Arslan II enthroned, Alaeddin Palace, Konya, 1156–1192.[4]
  • Royal hunt. Glazed Anatolian Seljuq tile Konya, 2nd half of 12th century.
    Royal hunt. Glazed Anatolian Seljuq tile Konya, 2nd half of 12th century.
  • Hexagonal tile ensemble with Sphinx, ca.1160s–70s.[2]
    Hexagonal tile ensemble with Sphinx, ca.1160s–70s.[2]
  • Remains of muqarnas
    Remains of muqarnas
  • Hunting scene in a frieze.[5]
    Hunting scene in a frieze.[5]

References

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  1. ^ a b Konya: The Residence of Great Mevlâna, the Moslem Mystic, and a Guide for the Ancient Art and Museums in the City. Keskin Colour Limited Company Printing House. 1970. According to the historical information this Kiosk was built by Sultan Kılıç Aslan II (1156 1192 A.D.) in the Seljuk period, and was enlarged by renewing and then it was also called as the «Alaeddin Kiosk».
  2. ^ a b c d e "Hexagonal Tile Ensemble with Sphinx". 2025.
  3. ^ Canby, Sheila (28 May 2020). Seljuqs and their Successors: Art, Culture and History. Edinburgh University Press. p. 98. ISBN 978-1-4744-5037-9.
  4. ^ a b The Art and architecture of Turkey. New York : Rizzoli. 1980. p. 178 note on plate 119, Plate 119. ISBN 978-0-8478-0273-9. Page 178 Plate 119: "Throne scene on a star-shaped tile, Iranian-Seljuk minai technique, Alaeddin Palace, Konya, 1156—92 (Kilicarslan II period), D. 8.5 cm. The sultan, sitting cross-legged on his throne, is holding a pomegranate in one hand; there are tiraz bands on his arms and two guards next to him. Karatay Madrasah Museum, Konya.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: publisher location (link)
  5. ^ Baou, Anastasia (2019). Byzantium and the Seljuks: Cultural exchange and interaction. Thessaloniki –Greece: School of Humanites. p. 9, Fig.5. Fig.5: A pair of confronted horsemen fighting a winged dragon and a lion. Relief frieze from the pavilion of Qılıch Arslan II (Alaeddin Köşkü), Konya (Kuehn (2011):plate 23)
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