Nevşehir Castle and Kayaşehir
- Historic
Nevşehir Castle was built on one of the highest points of the city, serving as a defensive stronghold for centuries. Constructed using volcanic rock and tuff stone, the fortress features a cylindrical plan.
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Nevşehir Castle and Kayaşehir: Where History Meets Nature 🏰⛰️
📍 Location: Nevşehir City Center
🏛️ Highlights: Nevşehir Castle, Kayaşehir Underground City, breathtaking landscapes, historical and cultural tourism
Nevşehir Castle: A Historic Fortress on the City’s Highest Point
🏰 Nevşehir Castle was built on one of the highest points of the city, serving as a defensive stronghold for centuries. Constructed using volcanic rock and tuff stone, the fortress features a cylindrical plan.
🛡️ The castle is reinforced with four symmetrically placed round bastions. Its restored walls and 46 small internal chambers highlight the advanced defensive system of the time.
🏞️ Today, the central courtyard has been converted into a park, offering visitors a panoramic view of Nevşehir. With scenic walking paths, the castle provides an excellent opportunity for photography enthusiasts and history lovers.
Kayaşehir: The Mysterious Underground History of Nevşehir
🌄 Located just beneath Nevşehir Castle, Kayaşehir is recognized as one of the world’s largest rock-carved and underground cities. For centuries, people built this vast subterranean settlement, creating a unique living space beneath the earth.
🏚️ Kayaşehir consists of churches, tunnels, water cisterns, storage areas, and large living chambers. It is believed to have served as a major refuge during the Byzantine era, particularly in the 7th and 8th centuries.
