Zelve was once a thriving village and religious settlement in Cappadocia, inhabited until the 1950s.

Now an open-air museum, it showcases unique examples of rock-cut architecture, including dwellings, churches, and a mosque.

The valley’s rugged terrain and pink-hued rocks create a surreal atmosphere, inviting visitors to step into a timeless landscape.

Its historical layers reflect a harmonious coexistence of different religious communities throughout the centuries.