Go Deeper into History with TigonTours: Derinkuyu Underground City
Venture 60 meters below the surface to explore the deepest underground city in Cappadocia—Derinkuyu Underground City, an astonishing feat of ancient engineering and spiritual resilience.
With over 34 discovered underground cities in the region, Derinkuyu stands out not only for its depth but also for its scale and design. Once home to thousands seeking protection from invaders and persecution, this vast underground labyrinth could accommodate up to 8,000 people for an entire month.
🕳️ A City Beneath the Earth
Spread across seven levels, Derinkuyu features essential living spaces such as stables, storage rooms, wine cellars, kitchens, refectories, and chapels. A notable highlight is the second-level chamber, believed to have served as a religious school during both war and peace.
As you descend deeper, a 100-meter-long tunnel leads to a cruciform church, a cemetery, water wells, and advanced ventilation shafts that once sustained the entire underground population.
⛪ Only a portion of the city is excavated, but what you can explore today is truly breathtaking.
