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Cappadocian Countryside
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Tokali New Church
(Lowden, 194-197)
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Karanlik (Dark) Church
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This church is carved out in the form of a cross in square with four columns. Frescoes dating from the mid-11th to the early 13th century depict stories from Scripture, especially the Life of Christ. Below: Nativity, Baptism, Transfiguration, Last Supper, Seizure, Crucifixion, Ascension; Deesis and Evangelists. |
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Carliki Church
The entrance into the rock-cut church |
The Metamorphosis |
The Magi and Madonna |
Others in the area
St. Barbara's Church: interior |
Elmali Church: interior, dome |
Yilani Church: fresco: Sts. Demetrios and George kill the snake |
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