Sivas Gök Medrese

Sivas, Türkiye

A Seljuk-era madrasa famous for its elaborate carved stone portal and blue-tiled minarets, representing the late flourishing of Anatolian Seljuk architecture.

Historical Context

Built during the declining years of the Anatolian Seljuk state, when real power was wielded by Mongol-backed viziers. Despite political instability, this period saw some of the finest architectural patronage in Anatolian history.