A deep historical journey in Amasya, where Ottoman princes were raised and saints left their marks, stretching from rock tombs to the Bayezid II Complex.
Located on the banks of Yeşilırmak, in the heart of the city, the Sultan Bayezid II Complex is one of the works that best reflects the elegance of Ottoman architecture and the value it places on humans. Built in 1486, this complex is not only a place of worship but also a center for education and social assistance. The ethereal silence you feel when you enter the mosque combines with the shade of century-old plane trees in its courtyard. The soup kitchen inside the complex served the poor for centuries. Visiting here as a family is a unique opportunity to explain the Ottoman concept of 'foundation civilization' to your children.
The historic Yalıboyu Houses, lined up like pearls along the river, are the symbol of Amasya. Serving mostly as boutique hotels and restaurants today, these mansions draw attention with their alcohol-free structures suitable for family privacy. However, the real treasure of Amasya is the spiritual sultans lying in the shadow of the Pontic King rock tombs on the hills. Points like the Tomb of Pir Ilyas and Sheikh Hamdullah Calligraphy History Museum show the cultural and religious depth of the city. Especially walking by the river in the evening hours, the reflection of city lights on the water and the echoing of adhan sounds in the valley give one an indescribable peace.
Amasya, one of the most elegant cities in Anatolia, is like an open-air museum with the Yeşilırmak River flowing through it and imposing mountains surrounding it. However, defining Amasya only by its natural beauty is insufficient; besides being the 'City of Princes', this place has a deep spiritual climate with the Islamic scholars and saints it nurtured. This city, where Şerafettin Sabuncuoğlu, the teacher of Akşemseddin, distributed healing and where Bayezid II found spiritual peace, is a tranquil escape route for conservative families. Let's get to know Amasya closely, where you will hear the whispers of history while walking its streets and find peace with your family in an alcohol-free and safe environment.
Amasya is a city too deep to fit into a day and too precious to be rushed. Staying in Yalıboyu houses, performing the morning prayer at Bayezid II Mosque, and then having a halal breakfast by the river accompanied by bird sounds will refresh your soul. For families who want to combine faith tourism and cultural trips, Amasya is a treasure waiting to be discovered, highly recommended by HalalWorld.com.
