Faith / Tomb (türbe)
Tomb of Melik Gazi
Niksar, Tokat
The mosque-like, Seljuk-style tomb of the Danishmendid Melik Ahmet Gazi, who conquered Niksar.
Its story
The tomb belongs to the Danishmendid Melik Ahmet Gazi, who brought Niksar into Turkish lands. Ministry sources describe the building as a Seljuk-style tomb resembling a mosque. For those touring Niksar's Danishmendid heritage, it is a meaningful stop together with the castle and the Ulu Cami.
Key facts
- Person
- Melik Ahmet Gazi (Danishmendid)
- Visit duration
- 15 minutes
Trip purpose
- Free
- Quiet
Location
40.59114, 36.96539
Where to eat nearby
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tokat.ktb.gov.tr/TR-231637/tekke-zaviye-ve-turbeler.html | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melikgazi_T%C3%BCrbesi | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6085378