The Yeşilyurt neighborhood, locally known as Mancusun, in the Melikgazi district of Kayseri, Türkiye, is a treasure trove of history. Renowned for its stone houses, narrow streets, birdhouses, and underground cities, the area reflects the region’s rich cultural heritage.
Located on the Kayseri-Sivas road, Yeşilyurt features stone structures with inscriptions from the 1950s, patterned sunshades, and birdhouses, especially on its southern slopes. These birdhouses, a signature of nearby neighborhoods like Gesi and Ağırnas, remain a distinctive architectural feature.
Prof. Dr. Osman Özsoy highlighted the neighborhood’s historical significance. “Yeşilyurt, or Mancusun as locals call it, sits at the confluence of two valleys. While flood disasters shaped its history, the abundance of local quarries enabled the construction of its iconic stone structures,” he explained.
The neighborhood’s underground cities, reminiscent of Cappadocia, connect homes through subterranean passages, adding to its allure. Recent academic studies have documented Yeşilyurt’s cultural landscape, capturing its unique architecture and historical relevance.
Turan Bulut
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