About Cappadocia

AIf you intend to travel to Cappadocia, then you should plan to stay more than only three days! There are many places to must see in Cappadocia like: Fairy Chimneys, Goreme Valley National Park and rock churches, underground cities of Kaymakli, Derinkuyu, Mazi, Özkonak, Tatlarin, Zelve Valley, Avanos with its pottery, Uçhisar and Ortahisar rock fortress, Urgup Mustafapasa (Sinasos) with old greek houses, Ihlara and Soganli valleys, Haci bektas with its Alevi culture, Sultansazligi bird paradise. In summer (from 6th of May to 8th of November) several alternative tours can be arranged: Hot-air balloon trip over the chimneys; trekking; walking; horse riding; motorbike or mountain biking around the valleys.

Cappadocia's name was derived from Katpatuka, probably "land of the thoroughbred horses", in Persian language. Cappadocia is generally regarded as the plains and the mountainous region of eastern central Anatolia around the upper and middle reaches of the river Kizilirmak (Red River). It was here that several ancient highways crossed and different cultures came into contact with each other. It was also the land of the Hittites. The sparsely inhabited landscape of Cappadocia is characterized by red sandstone and salt deposits of the Miocene (Tertiary) period. However, the relatively small areas of fertile soil on volcanic tuff is where the population tends to concentrate. This southern part of Cappadocia, the more densely populated, is often spoken of as the heart of the region and yet it lies in the extreme south-western corner. As well as cereals, Cappadocia is best known for potatoes, fruits and wine. .

The origins of this unusual region can be traced to the Tertiary period some 50 million years ago, when craters and chimneys dominated the landscape. Since then huge quantities of volcanic material have spewed out of the many volcanoes. Forces of erosion have shaped the incredible and unique Cappadocian tuff-coned landscape. For hundreds of years men have dug into the soft but firm tuff to create dwellings, monasteries, churches and underground cities.

Experience the enigma of Cappadocia Travel with a visit to the exotic underground cities, cave churches and houses carved in the rocks.Explore the beautiful moon-like landscape on memorable Cappadocia Travel. In ancient times,Cappadocia or Capadocia,was the name associated with the enormous inland district of Asia Minor(modern Turkey).The name continued to be in use in the western discourse and in the Christian tradition throughout history. Today it is popularly used to define a region of abounding natural bounties marked by fairy chimneys and a rich historical and cultural heritage.

Experience the enigma of Cappadocia Travel with a visit to the exotic underground cities, cave churches and houses carved in the rocks.Explore the beautiful moon-like landscape on memorable Cappadocia Travel. In ancient times,Cappadocia or Capadocia,was the name associated with the enormous inland district of Asia Minor(modern Turkey).The name continued to be in use in the western discourse and in the Christian tradition throughout history. Today it is popularly used to define a region of abounding natural bounties marked by fairy chimneys and a rich historical and cultural heritage.

Experience the enigma of Cappadocia Travel with a visit to the exotic underground cities, cave churches and houses carved in the rocks.Explore the beautiful moon-like landscape on memorable Cappadocia Travel. In ancient times,Cappadocia or Capadocia,was the name associated with the enormous inland district of Asia Minor(modern Turkey).The name continued to be in use in the western discourse and in the Christian tradition throughout history. Today it is popularly used to define a region of abounding natural bounties marked by fairy chimneys and a rich historical and cultural heritage.

Experience the enigma of Cappadocia Travel with a visit to the exotic underground cities, cave churches and houses carved in the rocks.Explore the beautiful moon-like landscape on memorable Cappadocia Travel. In ancient times,Cappadocia or Capadocia,was the name associated with the enormous inland district of Asia Minor(modern Turkey).The name continued to be in use in the western discourse and in the Christian tradition throughout history. Today it is popularly used to define a region of abounding natural bounties marked by fairy chimneys and a rich historical and cultural heritage.

Experience the enigma of Cappadocia Travel with a visit to the exotic underground cities, cave churches and houses carved in the rocks.Explore the beautiful moon-like landscape on memorable Cappadocia Travel. In ancient times,Cappadocia or Capadocia,was the name associated with the enormous inland district of Asia Minor(modern Turkey).The name continued to be in use in the western discourse and in the Christian tradition throughout history. Today it is popularly used to define a region of abounding natural bounties marked by fairy chimneys and a rich historical and cultural heritage.