Kirkdamaltı Church (St. George's Church)
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 30 out of 31 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Ihlara Özel Çevre Koruma Bölgesi
Tips
This cave church is located in the Ihlara Valley a bit off and about 30 meters up the trail.
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•May 9, 2022
The church is still well preserved because the old plaster on the walls can still be seen. It's a special feeling to stand in these caves and imagine that people once lived here.I recommend hiking shoes for the whole of Ihlara.
translated by•February 27, 2024
The Kirkdamalti Kilise – "the church under forty roofs" or also called "St George's Church" – dates back to the 13th century. The date was confirmed by an inscription in the church. The depictions on the interior walls of the church show Saint George on a white horse.
translated by•April 16, 2024
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