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Cappadocia
Türkiye
Camel rock at Devrent valley (Imaginary valley) in Cappadocia, Turkey.; Shutterstock ID 1086845579; your: Bridget Brown; gl: 65050; netsuite: Online Editorial; full: POI Image Update
Overview
As if plucked from a whimsical fairytale and set down upon the stark Anatolian plains, Cappadocia is a geological oddity of honeycombed hills and towering boulders of otherworldly beauty. The fantastical topography is matched by the human history here. People have long utilised the region's soft stone, seeking shelter underground and leaving the countryside scattered with fascinating cavern architecture. The fresco-adorned rock-cut churches of Göreme Open-Air Museum and the subterranean refuges of Derinkuyu and Kaymaklı are the most famous sights, while simply bedding down in one of Cappadocia's cave hotels is an experience in 21st-century cave living.
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Must-see attractions
Attraction in GöremeGöreme Open-Air Museum
Attraction in CappadociaZelve Open-Air Museum
Attraction in CappadociaKaymaklı Underground City
Attraction in CappadociaEski Gümüşler Monastery- Attraction in GöremeGüllüdere (Rose) Valley
- Attraction in CappadociaKızılçukur Viewpoint
- Attraction in GöremeBuckle Church
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Best Things to Do
Cappadocia is incredibly popular with visitors to Turkey but where to start with so many attractions? These are 8 of our favorite places to visit.
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Best Time to Visit
Whether you're heading here to explore historic sites, go on a balloon tour, or even ski, read on for what to expect during the different seasons.
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Things to Know
Whether you're heading here to explore historic sites, go on a balloon tour, or even ski, read on for what to expect during the different seasons.
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Transportation
Cappadocia enjoys good transport options by car, taxi and dolmus (van) – check out these tips for getting around Türkiye's dreamiest region.
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Best Road Trips
Cappadocia’s combination of dramatic scenery and well-maintained roads makes it a pleasure to explore by car.
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Money and Costs
From off-season travel to finding cheap food, these money-saving tips can help you stretch your budget further in Cappadocia
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Accessibility
Cappadocia enjoys good transport options by car, taxi and dolmus (van) – check out these tips for getting around Türkiye's dreamiest region.
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