Leaning Minaret

Located in Aksaray city centre, the Leaning Minaret is one of the city’s easily recognisable historic landmarks, distinguished by the pronounced tilt of its brick-built shaft and its Seljuk architectural character. It can be visited on a short historical walk together with the Ulu Mosque and other Seljuk monuments in the city centre.

AksarayCentral AnatoliaMinaret and Historic Structure

HIGHLIGHTS

Why Visit Leaning Minaret?

Here are the key highlights and practical information to help you plan this stop.

01Distinctively tilted brick minaret

02Seljuk-period architectural character

03Easy access in the city centre

VISIT PLAN

What to Know Before You Go

↗Getting ThereLocated in Aksaray city centre, it can be reached on foot from other historic stops in the centre.

◎Route TypeCultural Tourism · Minaret and Historic Structure

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LocationCentral District / Aksaray

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EXPAND YOUR ROUTECombine your visit to Leaning Minaret with Ihlara Valley / Selime Cathedral in the same itinerary.

This guide was independently prepared for Left Lane Star Travel using information from Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism – Türkiye Culture Portal. Opening hours, admission conditions and seasonal access may change; check the official source before travelling.Open Official Source ↗

Guide data last updated: 30.08.2026

Travel note: Opening hours, road conditions, fees and seasonal access may change. Check current official notices before departure.

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