Binbirkilise
Binbirkilise (literally: Thousand and One Churches) is a district in modern Karaman Province of Turkey, in what was the medieval region of Lycaonia known for its around fifty Byzantine church ruins.
The ruins of Binbirkilise are located in and around the modern village Madenşehri. | |
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| Location | Madenşehri, Karaman Province, Turkey |
|---|---|
| Region | Lycaonia |
| Coordinates | 37°26′14″N 33°08′39″E |
| History | |
| Founded | Approximately 3rd century |
| Abandoned | Approximately 8th century |
The district is located on the northern slopes of the volcano Karadağ, around 30 km (19 mi) north of the provincial capital city of Karaman. The church ruins are situated in and around the settlements of Madenşehri, Üçkuyu and Değle.
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