Ortahisar Castle

Ortahisar Castle, Nevşehir: Traverse Time, Touch History, Treasure Unsurpassed Views!

Ortahisar Castle

Ortahisar, 6 km away from Ürgüp, is home to the once strategically important Ortahisar Castle, a must-see site with fine examples of Cappadocia's local architecture clustered around its base. Another notable sight is the Üzümlü Church on the western side. Ortahisar Castle is considered one of the first multi-story settlements in the world, making it a unique architectural wonder. This structure, which provided shelter for caravans on the historic Silk Road since the Hittite period, is in fact a massive fairy chimney in disguise. Today, being one of the highest points in the region, it offers visitors a journey back to ancient times. The valley slopes are lined with carved storage areas used for preserving local products like apples and potatoes, as well as oranges and lemons brought from the Mediterranean. In the surrounding valleys, one can find fascinating churches and monasteries, including the Sarıca Church, Cambazlı Church, Tavşanlı Church, Balkan Valley Churches, and Hallaç Valley Monastery.

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