Göreme, Town center with cave dwellings in Cappadocia, Turkey.
The rock formations of Göreme contain numerous churches, homes, and underground passages carved directly into the soft volcanic stone over centuries.
The settlement, first mentioned at the Council of Chalcedon in 451, served as a refuge for early Christians who established monastic communities in the caves.
The Göreme Open Air Museum presents a collection of medieval rock churches containing religious art and frescoes from the Byzantine period.
Visitors can reach Göreme through Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport, located 40 kilometers away, with regular shuttle services connecting to the town center.
Local residents maintained the tradition of living in rock-carved homes until the 1970s, when these dwellings transformed into hotels and guest houses.
Location: Nevşehir Province
Location: Nevşehir
Elevation above the sea: 1,100 m
GPS coordinates: 38.64306,34.82889
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:58
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