Selime Cathedral in Cappadocia lures tourists

Selime Cathedral in Cappadocia lures tourists

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The Selime Cathedral in Cappadocia is attracting great attention from tourists for its historical significance. (AA Photo)
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Facing Roman pressure in 66 A.D., the first Christians escaped to various parts of Anatolia, including the Cappadocia region. To conduct religious ceremonies secretly, they constructed a huge monastery in Selime Cathedral, which was also used against enemies.
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In accordance with the Edict of Milan in 313, the first Christians began conducting their religious ceremony openly, when the first vocal ceremony was held by the Orthodox Christians in Cappadocia.
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The Selime Cathedral, in the Ihlara Valley, draws visitors today from European and Far Eastern countries.
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