Kaymakli Underground City

Kaymaklı Underground City is one of the largest and most intriguing underground cities in Cappadocia. Carved into soft volcanic rock, it dates back to the Hittite era and was later expanded and used by early Christians as a place of refuge during times of persecution and invasion. Spread over multiple levels, the city includes narrow tunnels, living spaces, kitchens, storage areas, and even a chapel. A visit to Kaymaklı offers a captivating journey through its maze-like passages, providing insight into the resourcefulness and resilience of its former inhabitants.

Goreme Open Air Museum

Göreme Open-Air Museum is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most renowned landmarks in Cappadocia. This monastic complex, carved into volcanic rock, features a collection of rock-cut churches, chapels, and monasteries with frescoes that date back to the 10th to 12th centuries. Once an important center of religious life during the Byzantine period, the site provides insight into early Christian monastic traditions in the region. Visitors can explore these historical cave structures, view remarkably preserved biblical frescoes, and appreciate the spiritual and artistic heritage set against Cappadocia’s unique landscape.