Cappadocia is a region in Central Anatolia in Turkey, largely belong to city of Nevşehir. Fantastical volcanic formations and interesting history meets here.
Human settlement dates back to the Paleolithic period in that region. During the Roman and Byzantine periods, Cappadocia became a refuge for early Christians.
Christians escaping from the pressure of the Roman Empire carved houses and churches on the rocks. From the 4th to the 11th century, Christianity flourished here; most churches, monasteries and underground cities date from this period.
Due to its inland location and high altitude, Cappadocia has a continental climate. Summers are hot and dry, winters are cold and snowy.
Known as “beautiful horses land” Cappadocia’s famous fairy chimneys were formed in millions of years. The soft layers of volcanic lava and ashes were eroded by rain and wind and the interesting rock formations of the region have been formed. The Cappadocia region generally consists of wide valleys with these volcanic formations.
Fairy chimneys offer colorful landscape especially at sunsets and make you feel like out of the Earth.
Visiting Cappadocia does not just to see fairy chimneys. You can look at that amazing area from higher, in a hot balloon. There are more activities for adventurers, such as riding a horse, driving atv. That area also perfect for hikers. Goreme Open Air Museum must visited point for tourists. Churches carved out in rocks, museums, under ground cities are places want to see by everyone who comes to the region. We recommend to make time for pottery making workshops and carpet stores as well.
You can find Anatolian food in the region. Because it’s a modern tourism region it is easy to find any kind of food. The most known dish is Pottery Kebab ( Testi Kebap ) in Cappadocia. T The food cooked in clay pot breaks on the table just before served. You can taste highly recommended Cappadocia’s wine as well.
