The Church of St. John the Baptist

Admire the colorful frescoes on the walls of the churches carved into the rocky terrain and learn about Turkey’s Byzantine past.

Traipse through the underground tunnels to a hidden chapel and admire the frescoes from the ninth century in Cappadocia’s largest church.

Clamber through the intriguing tunnels that connect the rooms of this tranquil masterpiece carved into the rocks.

Explore a Mars-like terrain on Earth in this bizarre valley as you visit cave churches and clamber over pink rock formations and fairy chimneys.

You can browse the exhibits at Karanlık Kilise, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Göreme. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its local tours.

Watch the changing colors of the hot air balloons, fairy chimneys and intriguing rock formations as the sun goes down beyond the horizon.