Kaymakli Underground City: Cappadocia's Widest Ancient City
Son güncelleme: Mart 2026
Hızlı Yanıt
Kaymakli is Cappadocia's second-largest underground city, known for its wider tunnels and more spacious rooms than Derinkuyu. Five of its eight levels are open to visitors, revealing living quarters, wine cellars, and a remarkable ventilation system.
Levels Open
5 of 8+
Capacity
~3,500 people
Visit Duration
45–60 minutes
From Goreme
~20 km south
Ayrıntılı Rehber
Kaymakli Underground City offers a different experience from Derinkuyu — its tunnels are noticeably wider, making it more comfortable for visitors who find tight spaces challenging. Five of the eight discovered levels are open to the public, showcasing kitchens with built-in ovens, wine presses, storage rooms, and a large central ventilation shaft. The city could shelter approximately 3,500 people and features the same sophisticated rolling-stone doors (arguably better preserved than Derinkuyu's) that sealed off sections during attacks. Kaymakli tends to be less crowded than Derinkuyu and is included on most Red Tour itineraries.
Sıkça Sorulan Sorular
Is Kaymakli better than Derinkuyu?
Kaymakli has wider tunnels and feels less claustrophobic than Derinkuyu. Derinkuyu is deeper and larger overall. If you're nervous about tight spaces, choose Kaymakli. If you want the most impressive scale, choose Derinkuyu. Both are worth visiting.
How much time do you need at Kaymakli?
Allow 45-60 minutes to explore the five open levels. Take your time to appreciate the wine cellars, kitchen areas, and rolling stone doors. Arriving early (before 10 AM) helps you avoid tour group crowds.
Can you visit Kaymakli without a tour?
Yes. Kaymakli is accessible by dolmus from Nevsehir, by rental car, or by taxi from Goreme (about 20 km). However, a guide adds valuable historical context and stories that bring the underground city to life.
Are the tunnels at Kaymakli claustrophobic?
Less so than Derinkuyu. The tunnels and rooms at Kaymakli are noticeably wider. However, some passages still require ducking or crouching. Visitors with severe claustrophobia should exercise caution, especially on lower levels.
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