Konya is Turkey's largest province in terms of area and is located in the Central Anatolia Region. The city has been home to many civilizations throughout history and is known for its vast steppes and high plateaus. The climate is continental, with hot and dry summers and cold and snowy winters. The average annual temperature is around 23°C in summer, while in winter it can drop as low as -2°C. Precipitation usually occurs in spring and fall.
The city's vegetation is steppe in character. Large areas are covered with natural steppe meadows and low height plants, indicating that Konya has favorable lands for agricultural activities. With a population of over 2 million people, the city is one of the most populous centers in Central Anatolia. Konya is highly developed in the industrial and agricultural sectors. Grain, sugar beet and potato have an important place among agricultural products. In terms of industry, machinery, food and textile sectors take the lead.
Living in the city can be generally cost-effective. Rent and food prices are more affordable than in Turkey's major metropolitan areas. However, social life is more relaxed and based on local culture. In terms of education and healthcare, Konya has modern hospitals and an extensive education network. Transportation is well developed in and out of the city, with air, road and rail connections.
Konya cuisine is especially known for its local dishes such as meat bread and okra soup. Konya, which is connected to important historical and religious figures such as Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi in terms of cultural traditions, is also home to a mystical culture such as Mevlevism. Among the places worth seeing in the city are Mevlana Museum, Alaeddin Hill and many Seljuk architectural monuments.
One of the advantages of living in Konya is the low cost of living and a quiet life, while the disadvantages include a less dynamic social life and limited entertainment opportunities compared to large metropolitan areas. Konya can be considered as the pearl of Central Anatolia with its nature, historical and cultural richness.