Ancient Cities

A collection of 6 places curated by Cyrus Nicholls

Ancient city

Places in this collection

  1. Derinkuyu Underground City

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    Bayramlı, Niğde Cd., 50700 Derinkuyu/Nevşehir, Türkiye

    A 2,800-year-old underground city carved 85 meters deep, capable of housing 20,000 people and livestock. Features stables, kitchens with vents, schools, churches, wineries, and a baptismal pool. Used by early Christians to hide from invaders, with floors sealed by giant stone doors. Half the floors are tourable.

    Derinkuyu Underground CityView on Google Maps
  2. Plain of Jars

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    8593+JJQ, Nak Ho, Laos

    Megalithic stone jars scattered across 90 sites, origin unknown, some dating back 2,000 years. Area was heavily bombed during Vietnam War, so only three sites are cleared and safe for visitors.

    Plain of JarsView on Google Maps
  3. Porvoo Old Town

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    06100 Porvoo, Finland

    A charming riverside town known for its colorful wooden houses, cobblestone streets, and one of Finland’s best-preserved old towns. A timeless destination where Nordic history and charm come together.

    Porvoo Old TownView on Google Maps
  4. Barichara

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    Barichara, Santander, Colombia

    Beautifully preserved colonial town known for its whitewashed houses, cobblestone streets, and timeless charm. Surrounded by rolling hills, it’s one of Colombia’s most picturesque destinations.

    BaricharaView on Google Maps
  5. Matera

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    75100 Matera, Province of Matera, Italy

    An ancient city carved into stone, famous for its cave dwellings, timeless architecture, and one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world. A place where history comes alive.

    MateraView on Google Maps
  6. Hrodna

    Hrodna, Hrodna Region, Belarus

    Historic city with Gothic, Baroque, and Orthodox architecture, charming old town, and riverside setting. Considered one of Belarus’s most beautiful hidden gems.

    HrodnaView on Google Maps