Cappadocia, Turkey Guide

Uchisar Castle was a rock formation at the highest point of Cappadocia. It was turned into a castle by locals living in the region. As you climb up the tower, you will witness rooms and passages used for many years among locals. At the top, you can get a panoramic view of Cappadocia and appreciate the region's scenic sights and fairy chimneys. Try to visit the castle at sundown to watch the sunset over the castle!

As if the whole experience is not magical enough, fairy chimneys are there to amaze you. These mysterious structures were formed after years of erosion of soft turf leaving out mushroom-shaped basalt towers.

When visiting Göreme Open Air Museum, expect to be amazed at everything. Besides breathtaking sights, you can see the ancient cave homes of the Cappadocian people. There are also cave churches, Dark Church being the most famous, preserved for centuries.

These amazing structures were home up to thousands of people and animals. They were used as fully functioning villages and even had churches, wineries, and cattle. When visiting, expect to see complex and fully functioning entire underground cities used for thousands of years. There are many small passages, rooms, and frescos to witness. Take the opportunity and visit this unforgettable place in Cappadocia.

Many monastic valleys exist, such as Göreme Valley and Zelve Valley in Cappadocia. You can also expect to find cave hotels, underground cities, hiking paths, and volcanic valleys (especially the Rose Valley [Güllüdere]).

If you love hiking, you should definitely visit Ihlara Valley in Cappadocia. You can easily spend a whole day in this serene valley just walking around, visiting fairy chimneys, and appreciating nature. There is much more to experience in this remarkable region.