Ateşbaz Veli Efendi Tomb is a well-known pilgrimage site in Aşkan, also known as the "Aşıklar District" on the Yeni Meram road in Konya. The tomb of Ateşbaz Veli, whose fame has crossed the borders of the country, is located approximately 10 kilometers from the Mevlana Lodge. His Excellency Ateşbaz Veli was the cook of Mevlana and one of his friends keeping his secrets. His tomb was registered in 1982 by the decision of the Supreme Council of Antiquities and Monuments. Legends surround Ateşbaz Veli's life and connection with Mevlana, and many stories have been recounted about him. Ateşbaz Veli's name is Şemseddin Yusuf, and his father's name is İzzeddin. He is commonly described in stories a...