Selime Monastery
Selime Monastery is an astonishing rock-cut structure and largest religious building in the Cappadocia region, with a cathedral-sized church carved directly into volcanic tuff. Inside, original frescoes can be found, although some have been damaged by the weather. There are also signs of early civilizations in the ancient region: Hittites, Persians, Romans, Early Christians, Byzantines, Seljuk Turks and Ottomans are some of the many inhabitants who settled here. The church is divided into 3 parts by two rock columns. There are also kitchens and stables, as well as monk living areas decorated with frescoes worn over time.
20 minutes•Entrée libre