Saint Theodore Church, Orthodox church in Derinkuyu, Turkey
The square-planned church features a single apse, decorated ceilings with hair braid patterns, and walls adorned with religious frescoes and grape motifs.
The church opened for worship on May 15, 1858, during the reign of Ottoman Sultan Abdülmecid I, following the Reform Edict of 1856.
The interior walls display pre-iconoclast art, including a representation of Jesus Christ in robes and depictions of Saint Seimeon with angels Gabriel and Mikhael.
The church structure incorporates balance columns with small gaps that provide earthquake resistance, allowing only partial collapse during seismic events.
The entrance area contains authentic gray grape carvings and two camel figures representing a contest between brothers for their father's religious authority.
Location: Derinkuyu
Inception: 1858
GPS coordinates: 38.37219,34.73375
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:13
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