History and archaeology / Castle

Uçhisar Castle

Merkez, Nevşehir

CommonMachine translated

A giant rock mass hollowed out with rooms, at one of the highest points in Cappadocia; its summit offers a wide view reaching as far as Erciyes.

Safety warning

The steps are steep and slippery in places; be careful at the top in windy weather.

Its story

Uçhisar Castle is a castle formed by carving out a natural rock mass rising in the middle of the town of Uçhisar, about 6 km from Nevşehir. The inside of the mass is full of rooms connected by passages; these spaces are thought to have been used for shelter and defense over long periods. The known history of the settlement goes back to the Roman and Byzantine periods. From the viewing terrace at the top you can see Güvercinlik (Pigeon) Valley, Göreme and, on clear days, Mount Erciyes and Mount Hasan. At sunset, the old village fabric at the foot of the castle takes on a special beauty.

Key facts

Admission: Paid
Elevation: One of the highest inhabited points in Cappadocia
Getting there: About 6 km from central Nevşehir
Visit duration: 45 minutes–1 hour

Trip purpose

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Location

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38.63044, 34.80532

Where to eat nearby

60 venues within about 2 km

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uçhisar_Kalesi | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uçhisar