Mustafapasa Village, formerly known as Sinasos, is one of the most charming historic villages in
Cappadocia, Turkey. The village is famous for its well-preserved Greek-style stone houses,
ornate facades, and quiet streets. It offers a peaceful cultural experience for travelers
interested in architecture, history, and local life.
- 🏛️ Admire the 19th-century Greek stone mansions 🏡 with ornate carved facades 🎨
- ⛪ Visit the Church of Constantine and Helena ✝️ in the main square 🕯️
- 🎓 Marvel at the Mehmet Şakirpaşa Madrasa 🕌, an Ottoman-era college 🏛️
- 🎎 Explore the Cappadocia Art and History Museum (Doll Museum) 🧸 in a historic home 🖼️
- 🥾 Hike to the Monastery Valley 🏞️ to see the rock-cut St. Nicholas Monastery 🕊️
- 📸 Photograph the Maraşoğlu Bridge 🌉, a perfect spot for village landscape shots 🎞️
- 🚗 Drive about 10 minutes (6 km) 🚙 from Ürgüp town center 🏁
- 🚌 Catch a local dolmuş 🚍 from the Ürgüp bus station; they run regularly 📍
- 🚕 Take a quick taxi 🚕 from Göreme or Üçhisar for direct access 🛣️
- 🚶 Hike from Gomeda Valley 🌲 if you are looking for a scenic forest approach 🥾
- 👟 Wear comfortable walking shoes 🥾 for the steep, cobbled village streets 🧗
- 🎟️ Entry to the main church ⛪ usually requires a small fee (approx. 50-100₺) 🪙
- 🍷 Try the local Emir wine 🍇—the region is famous for this white grape variety 🥂
- 🤫 Respect the locals 👵—many of these historic mansions are still private homes 🏠
- 🏘️ 09:30 AM – Arrive and begin your walk from the main square (Cumhuriyet Square) 🚶
- ⛪ 09:45 AM – Explore the Church of Constantine and Helena and the Madrasa opposite 🏛️
- 🌿 11:30 AM – Walk south toward the Monastery Valley to visit St. Nicholas Monastery 🕊️
- 🥗 12:30 PM – Lunch at Old Greek House or Gorgoli for local home-cooked food 🍲
