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Church of The Sandals (Carikli Church) |
| Situated behind the Dark Church, the front section of the building, accessible through some iron steps, has collapsed. The church has a cross-in-square plan with two columns, and crosswise barrel vaults. Frescoes dated to the 11th century depict Nativity, Baptism, Adoration of the Magi, Rising of Lazarus, Entry into Jerusalem, |
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Betrayal, Crucifixion, Transfiguration, Women at the Empty Tomb, Anastasis and Ascension. Even though other frescoes resemble similar examples in the Elmal and Karanlk Churches, the Hospitality of Abraham, is a feature not likely to be found in other churches. Its name derives from the sandal-like (ark) traces under the Ascension scene. |
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