Sümela Monastery, located in the Maçka district of Trabzon, is an important tourist attraction that brings together natural beauties and historical values. During the 9-day Eid-al-Adha holiday this year, Sümela Monastery hosted 38 thousand 252 visitors and reached a record number of visitors.
Sümela Monastery was built on carved rocks at an altitude of 300 meters in Altındere Valley. This impressive monastery not only offers visitors a historical and cultural journey, but also creates a fascinating atmosphere with its magnificent natural beauties. Sümela Monastery, which is one of the most important stops for tourists coming to Trabzon, has always been the center of attention.
Trabzon Governor İsmail Ustaoğlu, in his post on his social media account, stated that 38 people visited the monastery during the festive holiday, with the title “Record visits to Sümela”. This number of visitors was the highest ever recorded during the festive holidays. This shows how important the Sumela Monastery and Trabzon's tourist attraction are.
Sümela Monastery attracts attention with its natural beauties along with its historical and cultural richness. This unique structure, which offers an unforgettable experience for tourists visiting Trabzon and its surroundings, maintains its place as one of the important touristic destinations of Turkey.