Altinyayla

Altınyayla, one of the districts of Sivas, has lands that have hosted many civilizations that bring history and nature lovers together with the ancient city of Sarissa.

The first to settle in Altınyayla, whose historical name is "Tonus", were Persians. Later, it hosted the Phrygians. During the Lydian civilization, the King's Road passed just south of Altınyayla. In addition to seeing such important civilizations, it also offers a very peaceful life with the mountains and plateaus surrounding Altınyayla. Altınyayla spent its most important period during the Hittites. Altınyayla, where you can unite with the sky and cool off in its highlands, is waiting to embrace you and share all its riches.

Altinyayla Climate

In Altınyayla, which has transitioned from a Mediterranean climate to a continental climate, the summer months are hot and the winter months are cold and rainy. It has a windy weather from time to time. Whatever season you visit, we recommend that you be prepared for these weather conditions.

Accommodation in Altınyayla

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Places to Visit and See in Altınyayla

Merkez Mosque: Located in the center of Altınyayla, the Merkez Mosque was built in 1895. You should not leave Altınyayla without seeing the engravings drawn with madder on the ceiling and pillars of the Central Mosque, which was built by Tonuslu Ahmet Pasha.

Sarissa Ancient City: Sarissa Ancient City, located in Başören village of Altınyayla district, was one of the important settlements of the Hittites. The ancient city of Sarissa, which was used as a campus between 1400 and 1500 BC, is one of the 5th cities with tablets. Sarissa Ancient City was built on a round shaped hill surrounded by walls. Some of the 52 tablets found in the ancient city of Sarissa, where the Hittite Kings came and carried out their summer work, are in good condition. Some of these tablets describe the festivities held at that time.

There are four gates to enter Sarissa Ancient City. The height of the city is 1650 meters and it was built on a very large area with the remains of the city walls of 1950 steps.

One of the largest Hittite temples, the king's palace, and the south and northwest gates, through which the entrance to the city was provided, were unearthed during the excavations carried out to date. Many of the finds, such as the "Twin Bull (Ryhton)" sculpture, are exhibited in the Sivas Museum.

The Hittite dam and open-air temple are located in the southern part of the Kuşaklı mound. Because of the walls, the local people call the ancient city of Sarissa as "Belted". This area is the place where the city's drinking water is supplied and religious ceremonies are held. It is understood from the written texts that this open-air temple is of great importance.

Miktad Ağa Mansion: It is the oldest house in Altınyayla. Miktad Agha Mansion is thought to have been built in 1800. Some mansions, such as Miktad Ağa Mansion, were exhibiting the best examples of civil architecture before they were demolished.

Daily Visits: You can easily visit Kangal, Ulaş, Şarkışla and Pınarbaşı, which is connected to Kayseri, from Altınyayla.

Altınyayla Plateaus: As the name suggests, the most important natural beauties of Altınyayla are its plateaus. Especially the Tonus Plain, on the skirts of Tonus Mountain, with a width of 35 m2, is completely suitable for agriculture. Other plateaus that can't get enough of their greenery are Uzun Yayla, İbicek, İncecik and Mergesen plateaus.

Local Tastes of Altınyayla

We especially recommend that you do not leave Altınyayla without tasting Tonus meatballs.