Cappadocia opens heritage sites after dark
NEVŞEHİR
As part of a visionary effort to transform Türkiye’s nocturnal museum landscape, Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy has announced that advanced projection mapping and lighting systems have been deployed across Cappadocia’s major sites of Göreme, Paşabağları, Zelve and Erdemli Valley to create an unprecedented evening visitor experience.
“We are bringing Cappadocia’s unique natural and cultural heritage to our visitors at night as well. Through new lighting projects at the Göreme Open Air Museum, Paşabağları Archaeological Site, Zelve Open Air Museum and Erdemli Valley, we have made the region’s distinctive rock formations visible after dark with an aesthetic and carefully controlled lighting design. Using a total of 692 lighting fixtures, we have enriched the visitor experience while introducing Cappadocia’s historical and natural heritage through a new narrative with projection shows,” Ersoy said in a social media post.
“Based on the principles of energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, reducing light pollution, protecting wildlife and preserving the authentic identity of our cultural heritage, these projects further strengthen our vision for nighttime museum experiences and make Cappadocia safe and comfortable to explore after sunset. I thank all my colleagues and everyone who contributed to these efforts. May it be beneficial,” he added.
