The Turkish region of Cappadocia, a region of exceptional natural wonders, in particular characterized by fairy chimneys and a unique historical and cultural heritage, boasts one of the most dramatic sights in the world.
Visiting Cappadocia is such a change from visiting many other busy bustling sights all over Turkey. It is a great pleasure to wander in the vast open space filled with captivating natural attractions which have seen human history dated back in the Bronze Age.
While in Goreme Open Air Museum , the conical formations resulting from the volcanic eruptions that took place millions of years ago, just follow the path up to the top of one of the ridges where a spectacular view of the fairy chimneys awaits you. The natural cone formations contain caves and labyrinths. As early as the third century, those chimneys became a hiding place for early Christians who fled persecution from the Romans, and then later from raiding Muslims. In modern tourism, many caves have been turned into cave houses for tourist stays and the lunar-like setting of Goreme Valley has become popular for hot-air ballooning.
Many say the extremely unique landscape of Cappadocia resembles some scene in a Star Wars movie and yet you may be surprised to discover that no major commercial movies have been filmed there. It would be a perfect setting for movies such as Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter series.
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Wonderful little hike with a friendly cay house along the way–watch out for confusing trails that are off the official path. Nice walk up to Uchisar
At first trial, we arrived at 10h45 and it seemed too late to avoid the many buses crowded with tourists coming to visit. We had better luck the second time when arriving at 9h30, even though we were not alone ! This site deserves a 2-hour visit and do not miss the "Dark Church" even though it requires an extra…
Went there on our first day in Goreme, it was OK but full of coach parties and although there were lots of cave/churches to look at they were all very small and quite crowded. The next day we went on a guided walk in one of the surrounding valleys and saw a much more outstanding cave/church and we were the…
A lovely peaceful valley, but maps and waymarking were dreadful. This applies to the whole area – and could be put right in a couple of months!
This was truly a magical place and a must see when visiting Cappadocia. There is a good deal of climbing so be forewarned. There seemed to be another stunning vista around every corner. Try to travel in the off season as I understand summer is brutal with both heat and numbers of tourists.
Cappadocia to the best of the best accommodation and free shopping arena. Ottoman stone bridge over a small river serves the best for motor vehicles and the old wooden swinging bridge day and night for the people who live in the memories of a fantastic and romantic atmosphere in a convenient location is perfect for.
It was hard to see everything and many waits to get into some of the rooms because of the overwhelming crowds – and we did not visit during high season. Also they charged for another attraction inside. In my opinion, it should be all covered in one entrance charge.
Unbelievable !
Super interesting for history buffs. Lots of interesting tidbits about how the people lived and how it changed over the centuries.
Other then ballooning this is the one thing you really have to visit in Cappodicia There are many churches and other structures scattered around the site. Some with ornate religious images. In the better preserved structures no photos are allowed. As the structures are small they can get crowded, especially when the bus tours arrive. They rent a headset to…