Emir Ömer Türbesi

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Historical heritage goes back to the past.

Battalgazi, the Old Malatya, is located in the city walls and today is largely renovated Masjid; It was built by Emiru-l Azam Ömer Bey on H: 971 / M: 1563. In addition, the names of some of Emir Bey's family members are mentioned in the inscription. This person is a member of the Melik Sunullah family, who was not mentioned by Emir Ömer in the Battal Gazi epics but made an Emirate in Malatya and built many works by his family. 1560 dated the Malatya Tahrir Book of the period of Dev Mahalle-i Mescid-i Ömer Beg ”is located in a neighborhood records. The masjid, which has a rectangular plan close to the square, was built of smooth cut stone and coarse stone. The roof cover has a flat roof shape. The stone gate in the northeast corner is decorated with floral and geometric stone ornaments. The rectangular window on the right side of the door has a nesih inscription and a two-line inscription. In the mosque, there is the grave of Emir Ömer Bey, the owner of the mosque.

Although it is a small district, it really surprises you that there are so many historical buildings and artifacts. There are more historical artifacts in this district than most cities. It is already called the old malatya here. Emir Omer Tomb is one of these works. A rectangular architectural stone structure dating from the 1500s. A small mosque. It is said that this person was the governor of Malatya in his time. The street leading up here, Metin Sözen, should also be mentioned. It's a gorgeous street. More than 80 old houses have been restored by the municipality and the street has been turned into an open-air art gallery. There are always reliefs and embroidery on the walls of the houses. It really is a place to see.