What is in the UNDERGROUND LABYRINTH of Derinkuyu?

Traveling through the fascination region of Cappadocia in Turkey, David and Tess visit Goreme Historical National Park, the ancient Tokali and Aziz Stephanos churches, and the vast underground shelter known as Derinkuyu.

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Matt Rigton, "RIVLZ (Instrumental)"
The Big Let Down, "Lock Stock"
Jon Björk, "A Constant Longing"
OTE, "Let's Not"
Zorro, "Devil to My Right (Instrumental Version)"
Fantoms, "Like a Zip"

[corvid...]

This is also one of my favorite series on this channel, which makes it one of my favorite series on YouTube. Thanks Dr Miano

[TooLittleInfo]

Cappadocia is one of the coolest places i've ever been to! If you look at what people post on social media you'd think people just go there to take pictures with hot air balloons but they seriously undersell how genuinely amazing it is. I didn't even realise that it was basically one enormous archaeological site until I saw it in a documentary. If you can, you must must must go.

[postyoda]

This is currently the best thing on YouTube for me. It's very exciting.

[jenniferroxy]

Loved it! So glad you are taking us around the ancient world!

[evelinharmannfan]

Creating columns while digging out rock is not only a nice look, but also smart for the safety and durability of the cave building. Miners use pillars too, so the ceiling doesn´t come crashing down. The arches distribute the weight to the pillars, that relieves the pressure from the ceiling. Very interesting video, I love the explanations.

[corvid...]

47 minutes?? And perfect timing right as I start my lunch break. I'm so excited for this!

[kasturipillay]

Thanks for sharing, Excellent as usual.
Hoping to tour Turkey in the future. ❤👍

[ambientoccluser]

I know people will bash me, but I first heard and seen some details of Cappadocia through that fringe "ancient aliens" programme. I watch them on history channel for this sole purpose. Due to popularity of their TV show, they have granted to visit many interesting sites, so I simply ignore their "explanations" and just filter in only exact facts about the sites. If one train their mind to look at their programme like this, it could be resourcefull too :) Thanks to Dr Miano, I don't need to filter anything here :)

[KristianMangieri]

Excellent video! Thanks for taking us along!!

[SandraVargas]

Absolutely amazing video, I learned a lot, and appreciate the visual tour.

[cindymarasligiller]

Thank you for the interesting video. My husband’s ancestors were Christians from the area. Love the Land of the Lost reference.

[carriekelly]

Great one David!❤love your channel❤❤❤❤❤❤

[ToxinBrewer]

34:40 She read my mind! 😅
Once I saw how far down that airshaft was, I thought to myself "No way I could be down there without claustrophobia setting in"

[clairnorley]

I loved watching this, the way you tell us the history is just spot on and easy to listen to- I shall be sending this link to my father, recommending he watch your channel too- thanks Dr Miano, loved every minute- and especially the fact you also include the where to stay and local cuisine too

[lawrence]

I've read about the underground cities, but this is the first time I've seen any fil. Thabks.

[SpartanHugs]

Wishing you the biggest success Doc. Great video. 🎉

[marklaurenzi]

Imagine seeing a legit Hitite relief in a park! Keep these coming doc!

[lyndaplaylist]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful, realistic experience! I am so tired of the "IG perfect" composed/rehearsed videos that mere mortals will never attain! Your experiences are amazing and I am very happy for you. ❤ Can't wait for my trip!

[keithalanyoung]

Really enjoyed this video - I was in Cappadocia in 1991 just after the Gulf War - Drove from Dalyan (Turquoise Coast) to Cappadocia. There were hardly any tourists at that time - plus it was ridiculously cheap too. I remember paying £1.50 a night for a very decent little hotel. Also I remember just walking into Derinkuyu - absolutely no queue - and only a handful of other visitors. 
PS: you always seem to travel with very attractive female academics, friends or more than friends..? : - )

[reesebroekhoven]

When you were in the church and talking about the painting that woman looked behind at you like she was thinking this man is really talking to himself lol