Güzelyurt

Güzelyurt occupies a volcanic plateau on the western fringe of Cappadocia, in Turkey’s Aksaray Province. Mount Hasan rises to the southwest, while the surrounding terrain is shaped by the soft tuff formations characteristic of the wider Cappadocian region. Formerly called Gelveri, the town preserves traces of its Anatolian Christian past in rock-cut churches, monastery complexes and old stone houses. Monastery Valley brings together several of these carved sanctuaries in a walkable setting close to town. Its compact streets and central Anatolian atmosphere provide a quieter counterpart to Cappadocia’s larger tourist centres. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Aksaray Province and Cappadocia.

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