Faith / Church
Pancarlık Church
Ürgüp, Nevşehir
A little-known small rock church near Ortahisar, hidden among orange-toned rock formations, with well-preserved frescoes.
Its story
Pancarlık Church is in the Pancarlık Valley between Ortahisar and Mustafapaşa, among orange- and cream-colored rocks. The flat ceiling of the small single-nave church is decorated with portraits of saints and scenes from the life of Christ; the apse has a depiction of the enthroned Virgin. The frescoes are generally dated to the 11th century. The rock faces around the church are full of rooms once used as monks' living quarters. Its location away from the crowds makes for a quiet visit.
Key facts
- Period
- 11th-century frescoes
- Admission
- May be paid; there may be no attendant, confirm on site
- Visit duration
- 30 minutes
Trip purpose
- Photography
- Quiet
Location
38.61427, 34.89261
Where to eat nearby
4 venues within about 2 km
Karakuş
Restaurant
1.2 km
Adonis Bar
Meyhane / bar
1.9 km
ALATAV restaurant ve Köy Kahvaltisı
Breakfast house
1.8 km
Espressolab
Café
2 km
Map data: © OpenStreetMap contributors; Overture Maps
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://www.lonelyplanet.com/turkey/ortahisar/attractions/pancarli-kilise/a/poi-sig/1495156/1319792 | https://www.routard.com/fr/guide/europe/turquie/anatolie-centrale/cappadoce/eglise-de-pancarlik