Karaman Museum

The Karaman Museum is an archaeological museum in Mansurdede Mahallesi with two exhibition halls focused on findings and ethnographic objects from different time periods. The collections span from very early times through the Ottoman period and display items from local excavations.

The museum was founded in 1980 to collect and display archaeological treasures from the region. Since then, it has preserved objects that document the long history of this area from earliest human life through Ottoman rule.

The museum displays objects that show how people lived in earlier times - clay cooking tools, jewelry, small bottles, and weapons. These items help visitors understand what mattered in this region and how daily life looked.

The museum is located in a central neighborhood and is easy to reach, with indoor spaces that are comfortable to explore. Visitors should allow time for both exhibition halls to properly view the different time periods and objects.

The museum houses the remains of a woman from around 1000-1200 BC who was naturally preserved almost completely after being covered by clay rock. Skin, hair, and even clothing remain visible, offering a rare glimpse into how people looked and dressed in that distant time.

Location: Mansurdede Mahallesi

GPS coordinates: 37.18285,33.21151

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:41