There is a historical region in Central Anatolia in Turkey, which is known as Cappadocia. Due to the amazing shape and color of rocks in this place, it is known as the Moon-like landscape. The area is famous for its rock formations and fairy-like chimneys. The distance of Cappadocia from Istanbul is 730 km. Cappadocia contains several underground cities, cave churches and houses carved in the rocks. The whole area encompasses several valleys, canyons, hills and unusual rock formations which have been created as a result of the eroding rains and winds of thousands of years.
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| Hot air balloons in Cappadocia |
Cappadocia is known around the world as one of the best places to fly with hot air balloons. People from far distance come here to experience the adventures of hot air balloons. Hot air balloon rides are started every day when the weather is clear. Excellent flying conditions allow the balloons to gently drift over and between fairy chimneys and impressive valleys.
Special emphasis has been given to this city in terms of tourism. Due to high mountains, deep trenches and curved roads, it is difficult to reach here, but there are special transport facilities for tourists. There are such beliefs that Cappadocia and its surrounding areas are of that ancient times when humans started building houses for themselves. The beginning was done by cutting mountains and building houses in between them. Its other purpose was to protect themselves from dangerous wild animals. However, today this area is not somehow lagging behind in modernity. That is why this place is so popular among the tourists.
There are mainly 4 cities: Nevsehir, Kayseri, Aksaray and Nigde, which are included in the Touristic Cappadocia. Kayseri is a large and industrialised city in Central Anatolia, which has airline and railway service to Ankara and Istanbul and other cities. The most important towns and destinations in Cappadocia include Ürgüp, Göreme, Ihlara Valley, Selime, Guzelyurt, Uchisar, Avanos and Zelve. The most popular Hot-air ballooning is available in Goreme. Another adventure in Cappadocia is Trekking, which is enjoyed in Ihlara Valley, Monastery Valley, Urgup and Goreme. Hiking is also available in the options list of Cappadocia. Following the paths along the valleys is an amazing option. You can enjoy hiking in the Pigeon Valley between Göreme and Uçhisar. The best historic mansions and cave houses for tourist stays are in Urgup, Goreme, Guzelyurt and Uchisar.
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| Fairy chimneys in Cappadocia |
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| View of Cappadocia |
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