Mustafapaşa – Golgoli

Characteristics of the Route:

Cappadocia, witnessing the merging of thousand years of the adventure of faith and culture, still has undiscovered treasures. The route starts in Mustafapasa, once a rich Christian settlement, and passes by churches and a ruined aqueduct just after leaving the town behind. The route, preserving its mystical atmosphere, follows the paths and ends in Golgoli, carved into caves by the Greeks who lived in Sinasos (Mustafapasa) and visited the area on weekends or on holidays to stay, have a picnic, and enjoy the music.

Connected Routes: 

Golgoli – Cemil – Keslik

Ayvali – Mustafapasa

Notes to Travelers:

You can dine in the old mansion serving local dishes in Mustafapasa.

Since the old madrasa is used by the University of Cappadocia, it is possible to visit the school when appropriate.

Make sure your water bottle is full as you won't find water on the route.

There is an entry fee to Sts. Constantine and Helen Church is located in the town square, the museum card is not valid.

The Monastery of St. Nicholas, which is respected by all the townspeople, is open to visitors.

There is an entry fee to Cappadocia Art and History Museum, a pioneer with its distinctive style that describes the Cappadocia culture with dolls, the museum card is not valid.

If you are hiking in early spring, you can see the Eruca cappadocica (Izgin), one of the endemic plants of Cappadocia, blooming throughout the spring.

The campsite is open land. Toilets, showers, and kitchen facilities are not available.