Apple (Elmalı) Church
Where is the Apple Church ?
One of the most prominent buildings in the area is the Apple (Elmalı) Church famous for its frescoes and distinctive with its architecture. Its construction dates back to the period between the 11th and 12th centuries. The church has nine domes on a cruciform plan and three apses. The main entrance is from the southern face and there is also a tunnel providing access from the northern face. The crimson colour of the geometrşc and crucşform decorations was applied directly to the rock face. The striking frescoes depict biblical scenes such as the Nativity, Jesus's Baptims, Jesus's Entry into jerusalem and The Last Supper.
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