Saratlı, Gökçe, Çatalsu, Aşıklı Höyük

The character of the route:

The route, which provides an active ride with its low ups and downs, follows the mystical centers of the region. The route leaves the underground city from the cave church built in the name of St. Mercurius*. It stops by the formerly church shrine of the saint, who is considered "Saint Mamas" by Christians and "Pir Şemmas Baba" by Muslims, in Gökçe (Mamasin) village. The route, which continues to explore, follows the paths around the Mamasin Dam, stopping at Güvercinkaya, an ancient settlement dating back to 5200-4750 BC, and ends at the ruins of Aşıklıhöyük, one of the places where humanity first settled down.
  
* It is believed that in the 4th century, upon the call of St. Basil of Kayseri, he suddenly appeared on the battlefield and killed the pagan Emperor, who persecuted the Christians.
 

Notes to Travelers:

• You can visit Saint Mercurius Underground City and Church and Saratlı Underground City, an indispensable stop for travelers with its mystical structure.
• In Gökçe village, you can visit the Tomb of Pir Şemmas Baba, which is thought to be St. Mamas.
• In the village of Gökçe, formerly Mamasin, you can wander through the mysterious caves and explore the Church of Saint Michel (4 columns, three apses, cross-plan and central dome).
• You can visit Pigeon Rock in Çatalsu village, which was settled 8000 years ago.
• You can cool off by taking a pleasant swimming break at the Mamasin Dam.
• You can have delicious meals in Gökçe.
• You can take interesting photos in Aşıklı Höyük, one of the first villages where humanity settled down.
• Female visitors must have a scarf for visiting tombs and mosques.
• Since you cannot replenish the water frequently, you should take extra water, especially on hot days.

Connected Routes:

Taptuk Emre, Ekecikyeni, Agzikarahan, Saratli;
Aşıklı Höyük, Selime, Ihlara Valley, Belisırma, Güzelyurt

Recommended For:

It is designed for fitness cyclists who want to touch the mysticism of the region's unique nature.