Ali Tepe Mound

Ali Tepe Mound, a mysterious and historical treasure in the Karapınar district of Konya, played an important role in the establishment of the district.

This mound, which has preserved its value from ancient times to the present day, attracted the attention of the Ottoman Sultan Selim II and he ordered the construction of two windmills.

Ali Tepe represents the center of the district and offers the opportunity to observe the entire city from a bird's eye view thanks to its high hills. There are also rumors that it was used as a means of communication in ancient times. This mound, located at an altitude of 1020 meters above sea level, is protected as a 1st degree natural protected area of ​​the region.
As a historical heritage, Ali Tepe was designed as a park and garden in 1967. The windmills were demolished, roads, pools and afforestation works were built in the region, and the top was leveled and opened for use. Today, there is a park run by Karapınar Municipality on the side facing Hacı Ömerli Mosque, and the area has been turned into an area that can be visited with abundant afforestation.

The people of the district state that Ali Tepe can be used more effectively and projects that can be offered to the public can be implemented. Especially the idea of ​​rebuilding old windmills is important in terms of making the region a more lively and touristic place.
There is not enough information about the history and secret past of Ali Tepe Mound. Therefore, researching and developing the region and revealing archive records are of great importance. In order to restore it in a manner befitting the district, relevant studies must be carried out and the wishes of the people must be analyzed. Ali Tepe Mound can be an indispensable stop for anyone who wants to discover the rich history and natural beauties of Karapınar.