Underground monasteries

Cave settlements are one of the most famous sights of Cappadocia. They date from the period before our era. This is a complex, which includes several underground settlements. Monasteries are carved into the rocks. This area was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Monasteries were discovered by chance by a French priest, Father Gerfanion. Among the items he found are wells, living quarters, cattle farms, granaries, utensils, an altar for sacrifices. Archaeological excavations continue today. Some of the temples are open to tourists. They have unique frescoes, wall paintings. You can get there by taxi or rented car.