Derinkuyu Underground City
Travel Point Overview
Located in the Derinkuyu district of Nevşehir, the Derinkuyu Underground City is one of the most fascinating and extensive subterranean structures in the Cappadocia region. Built thanks to the soft volcanic rock formations unique to this landscape........
Derinkuyu Underground City – A Hidden World Beneath Cappadocia
Located in the Derinkuyu district of Nevşehir, the Derinkuyu Underground City is one of the most fascinating and extensive subterranean structures in the Cappadocia region. Built thanks to the soft volcanic rock formations unique to this landscape, this eight-level underground city was designed to accommodate a large community and support their needs for long-term living underground.
🕰️ A Historical Refuge of Early Christians
The origins of Derinkuyu date back as far as the Assyrian colonies. In the 2nd century AD, early Christians fleeing persecution under the Roman Empire came to Cappadocia via Antakya and Kayseri and began settling in these hidden cities beneath the earth.
- The city is made up of interconnected rooms and chambers, many connected by narrow tunnels
- At tunnel entrances and exits, large rolling stone doors were used for protection
- Life underground was made possible with:
- Storage rooms
- Ventilation shafts
- Wineries and kitchens
- Churches and monasteries
- Water wells and toilets
- Meeting and communal rooms
One of the key features that distinguishes Derinkuyu from other underground cities (like Kaymaklı) is the inclusion of:
- A missionary school,
- A baptismal pool, and
- A confession chamber, emphasizing the city's role as a spiritual and educational refuge.
🏛️ Visitor Information
- 📍 Address: Bayramlı Mah., Niğde Street, 50700 Derinkuyu / Nevşehir
- 🕳️ Only 10% of the entire city is open to visitors today
- 🏛️ Open for visits since 1965, it is considered one of the deepest and most impressive underground cities in the world
🚍 How to Get There
If you're traveling without a car, check out our detailed guide:
👉 Local Transportation Guide in Cappadocia – 2025
For navigation and directions, simply search for “Derinkuyu Underground City” on the Advisormapp mobile app.
🚌 Green Tour Options
🟢 Green Tour is a popular guided tour that typically includes Derinkuyu Underground City.
However, not all green tours have the same route — so to check which ones include Derinkuyu:
👉 Use the “Activities” section on Advisormapp to compare tours and choose the one that suits you best.
🚗 Private Vehicle & Taxi Options
- Don’t have a vehicle? No problem.
On Advisormapp, you can:- 🚘 Book a private car with driver
- 🚕 Call a taxi directly through our mobile app or website
Whether you're traveling solo or with a group, Advisormapp helps you reach Derinkuyu easily and comfortably.
🎧 Explore with Advisormapp
With the Advisormapp app, you can:
- 🎧 Listen to audio guides about Derinkuyu and other underground cities
- 🗺️ Plan cultural walking routes and nearby attractions
- 📸 Find top photography spots and travel tips
- 📍 Access accurate directions and real-time location info
✨ Quick Facts
- 📅 Opened to visitors: 1965
- ⛪ Used by early Christians as a place of refuge and worship
- 🌍 Only 10% is open today — the rest remains unexcavated
- 🏛️ Highlights: missionary school, wine cellar, baptismal pool, rolling stone doors
- 📍 Location: Derinkuyu, Nevşehir
- 📱 Use Advisormapp for all navigation and transportation needs
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