Historical SitesCappadocia
Göreme Open-Air Museum
Churches carved into the rock
Image credit: Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 3.0
About
Home to dozens of rock-cut churches and monasteries, the Göreme Open-Air Museum holds the finest examples of Byzantine-era frescoes. It is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
History
A monastery complex inhabited by Christian monks between the 4th and 13th centuries, carved into the volcanic tuff rock.
Visiting Tips
- ✓Be sure to see the Dark Church (extra ticket)
- ✓Go early in the morning
- ✓Comfortable shoes are a must
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Göreme Open-Air Museum?
Göreme Open-Air Museum is located at Göreme, Nevşehir in Cappadocia.
When is the best time to visit Göreme Open-Air Museum?
Recommended time: Spring and autumn.
