Göreme National Park and the Rock Sites of Cappadocia
UNESCO Map
Description: In a spectacular landscape, entirely sculpted by erosion, the Göreme valley and its surroundings contain rock-hewn sanctuaries that provide unique evidence of Byzantine art in the post-Iconoclastic period. Dwellings, troglodyte villages and underground towns the remains of a traditional human habitat dating back to the 4th century can also be seen there.
Date inscribed: 1985.0
Area in hectares: 9883,81
Category specified: Cultural/Natural
State: Turkey
Region: Europe and North America