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UNESCO-listed Byzantine rock churches with vivid 11th-century frescoes.
Overview
The Göreme Open-Air Museum is Cappadocia's UNESCO World Heritage star — a valley of Byzantine monasteries and rock-cut churches where remarkable 11th–13th century frescoes survive in caves carved from volcanic tuff. The Dark Church and the Apple Church are the finest.
Highlights
Vivid 11th-century New Testament scenes preserved in the cave churches.
Monks' quarters, refectories, and churches carved entirely from soft volcanic tuff.
Itinerary
Transfer, 1.5-hour guided museum tour, Uçhisar Castle, Rose Valley walk, return.
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