Faith / Church
Church of St. Theodore Tyron (Derinkuyu)
Derinkuyu, Nevşehir
A building in Derinkuyu built in 1858 for the local Greek Orthodox community, also known as the 'Grape Church' because of the grape reliefs on its exterior.
Its story
The Church of St. Theodore Tyron was built for the Greek Orthodox people living in Derinkuyu after the Reform Edict of 1856 and opened for worship on 15 May 1858. It takes its name from the soldier saint Theodore Tyron. Because of the grape-cluster reliefs on the exterior of this magnificent cut-stone building, it is popularly known as the Üzümlü Kilise (Grape Church). Thanks to its location close to the underground city, it can easily be added to a visit to Derinkuyu.
Key facts
- Note
- Whether the interior is open to visitors should be confirmed on site
- Built
- 1856–1858
- Visit duration
- 20–30 minutes
Trip purpose
- Photography
Location
38.37222, 34.73376
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aziz_Theodoros_Trion_Kilisesi