Historic site · UNESCO
Goreme Open Air Museum
Goreme, Turkey
A valley of rock-cut churches painted with Byzantine frescoes.
Historic site · Turkey · Nevsehir
Kaymakli Underground City
A multi-level underground city that sheltered thousands.
Paid entry about 75 min
For storytellers
Why Kaymakli Underground City matters
Descend through narrow tunnels into a hidden city carved in the rock, with kitchens, storerooms, stables and a church. It was used for shelter in times of danger. It's cool and atmospheric, but tight in places.
Talking points
- Passages are very narrow.
- It has several underground levels.
- Not for those who dislike enclosed spaces.
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