It is at the entrance of Gülşehir district center. The church has 2 floors. On the lower floor there are wine cellars, water channels and tombs. The upper floor is a church and its walls are decorated with scenes from the Bible. After it was restored in 1995, it became what it is today. The scenes in the church, which contain the depictions of Jesus and the subjects taken from the Bible, are in the form of friezes within the bands. Yellow and brown colors are used on a black background. Vegetal and geometric motifs can be found on the niche vaults and facades. On the western and southern walls, there is the “Last Judgment” scene, which is rarely seen in Cappadocia. According to the inscription on the church apse, it is dated to 1212.   Source: https://www.kulturportali.gov.tr/turkiye/nevsehir/gezilecekyer/aziz-jean-kilisesi 

In the Zelve Valley, which houses large and pointed fairy chimneys, you can see many ancient structures. You can come across monasteries, cave houses, and churches made by human carving. While touring the Zelve Open Air Museum, you can also consider trekking through the rugged areas of the valley. After all this, the last thing you need to do in the valley is to attend the fascinating Zelve Mapping Show. 3D Mapping Show; is the reflection of the special animation contents prepared in accordance with natural texture through projection devices on the fairy chimneys. In the show, you can watch the centuries-old history of the region and the development of civilizations chronologically. In addition to that, you can find Ottoman History, modern Turkey and the development of Cappadocia. Paşabağ Valley, also known as the Valley of the Priests, covers a very large area surrounded by mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys. The valley, which is frequented by many tourists, is one of the regions where the world famous fairy chimneys are the most intense and prominent. Its unique scenery and mystical atmosphere make every person who steps into the fairy-tale land deep in thought. As can be understood from its other name, in ancient times, Christian clergymen lived and served as missionaries in Paşabağları. The priests, who retreated here, have created living spaces and religious shrines in the valley throughout their lives. There is also a historical carved church estimated to have been built 1000 years ago. The church among the mushroom-headed fairy chimneys will make its visitors feel its mystical feelings. After entering the valley, you can see many retreats. When you go a little further, you will come across different fairy tale ways. You have to be sure that each road leads to a different story. You can collect and eat fruits from mulberry trees in Paşabağ Valley and witness the millions of years of nature's work. Paşabağ Valley is located in Zelve Ruins, which is very easily accessible. The area known as the old religious center is 5 kms from Avanos and 1 kms from Paşabağ. For further information and e-ticket, please click here.  

Çavuşin Valley takes its name from Çavuşin Village in its region. The village, built among large rocks, is home to a long history. The village, with its history dating back to the first century, is the area where Christian monks escaped from Roman attacks. Living spaces have been built inside the rocks to protect them from attacks. Living people used pigeon manure by explaining cavities in the chimneys due to inefficient soils. With the Byzantine period, Christianity lived freely, and with the coming of the Seljuks, it gained a place in Islam in the region. Churches, monasteries and mosques were built, the foundations of the brotherhood of religions were laid.   There are many religious buildings that you should definitely visit in Çavuşin Village. You should absolutely have a look at the Çavuşin Church, the Crusader Church, the Church of St. Jean, the Church of the Three Crosses and the Church of St. John the Baptist. You can see centuries-old frescoes and depictions in these churches. You can also see the graves made for the deceased more closely. You will step into a different world while visiting these churches with their history of over a thousand years.   Ceramic and pottery workshops, where you will witness the handiwork of the local people, are one of the main livelihoods of the village. In these workshops, you can experience pottery and pottery making as in old times and have an unforgettable memory. The village is located very close to Goreme. It is 2 km away on the Goreme-Avanos route.

It is the museum of Cappadocia that attracts much attention. In Göreme, which has many places of worship, the texture of each church and monastery differs according to their periods. Göreme region, which is the retreat of past thinkers and monks, has also become the land that inspired Saint Basil the Great. Göreme Open Air Museum was included in the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1985. Its historical and natural texture is meticulously preserved and maintenance is ongoing. The museum, which stands out in relief with the increasing number of tourists every year, is visited by more than 1 million people every year and this number is constantly increasing. Monastic life has been lived for centuries. The frequency of the dining halls and places of worship in the region, which hosts intense monk life between the 4th and 13th centuries AD, is remarkable. With this form of life, the region became the first point of monastery education system. 1000-year old Tokali Church, which is the largest rock church in Cappadocia, is located here. The structure is quite interesting and consists of 4 separate sections. It amazes people with its frescoes and architectural features that are still alive. Many scenes such as the Ascension of the Prophet Jesus and the Descent into Hell decorate the church walls. One of the most remarkable buildings of Göreme Open Air Museum is the Dark Church dating back to the 12th century. The frescoes are quite evident since the structure does not receive too much light. The church consists of columns inside, also has a dome. Many scenes staged on the walls are from the history of Christianity and the Torah. It is forbidden to take photos in order to protect the building. You should definitely see the churches and monasteries which have unique stories and architectural features; Priests and Sisters Monasteries, Elmalı “the Apple Church”, Saint Barbara Chapel, St. Basil's Church, Snake Church and Çarıklı “the Church with Sandals” are also located in this region. For further information and e-ticket click here.   

Theodoros Trion Church, also known as the Grape Church of the 19th century, which is one of the important Greek settlements of the region and has a bell tower, was built by the Ottomans during the reign of Sultan Abdulmecid, in accordance with the San Stefano Treaty, in return for war indemnity. The Greek inscription of the church includes the following statements: "This very holy church of Agios Theodoros Trion was built during the reign of Emperor Sultan Abdülmecid Han, with his high will, with the encouragement of St. Iconion (metropolitan) Neofitos Efendi, and with the donations of Christians residing here (Malakopi) and the efforts of the chief architect of Haldias, Kiriako Papadopoulos Efendi. It was dedicated to Agios Theodoros and was blessedly opened. May Allah protect this country from all dangers through him (Agios Theodoros). Amen. The year 1858 May 15..." Theodoros Trion Church, which attracts the attention of foreign tourists in particular, draws attention not only in terms of architecture, but also with the high quality of its monumental wall paintings. It is stated that the construction of the church was influenced by the Seljuk architecture.   Source: http://derinkuyu.gov.tr/yeralti-sehrimiz