Zelve Open Air Museum
Aydınlı Mahallesi, Yavuz Sk. No:1 No:1, 50180 Aktepe/Avanos/Nevşehir, Türkiye
About
Zelve Open Air Museum preserves a Byzantine-era cave village where Christians and Muslims coexisted until 1924. Visitors can explore rock-cut dwellings, churches, and mosques, witnessing the evolution of troglodyte architecture. The site offers insights into historical interfaith relations and traditional Cappadocian lifestyles.
Best For
- History Buffs
- Culture Seekers
- Architecture
Famous For
- Cave Dwellings
- Byzantine Art
- Interfaith Coexistence
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