Panagia Sumela Monastery
/ By Josh
Set on a cliff above the forests of Trabzon and centered on a fresco covered cave church, the Monastery of Panagia Sumela is one of Turkey’s most spectacular sights.
Planning a trip to Turkey? Maybe you’ve been here a few times and already been to all the main sites? Let this be a guide to get you beyond the crowded tourist hot-spots into the real heart of Turkey and all the hidden gems that lay scattered in plain sight for those who look. Browse by province or region and see how amazingly diverse a country can be!