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Derinkuyu Underground City
The Derinkuyu Underground City is the deepest underground city in Cappadocia, with an impressive depth of 85 metres. It is a giant labyrinth of cave-like rooms with an elaborate ventilation system, connecting passageways, and discrete entrances. With huge well-lit passages, explore every part of the city, including churches, schools, wine cellars, livestock and food storage places, graveyards, and communal places where people could eat, meet, and worship together.
Another fascinating aspect is the river beneath the city that served as the water source. One can also see the irrigation system that supplies water to each level, which is intact even after thousands of years. For those looking for a quick adventure and who are comfortable being underground and in the dark, this marvel of history and insane architecture is surely a must-visit. The Derinkuyu city, much like the Kaymakli and the others, was made by the Christians to hide during raids. It is the deepest of the 36 underground cities in Cappadocia, and the tunnels become smaller and smaller as you go deeper, so if you're claustrophobic, it's best to avoid this place.
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Ihlara Valley
The Ihlara Valley is a picturesque gorge created by the Melendiz river over thousands of years. This 14km long valley is one of the most beautiful and serene locations in Cappadocia. It used to be a favourite place among the monks for recreation, seen by the many churches along the valley's length. It is famous for its hiking excursions.
The Kokar Kilise is adorned with loads of frescoes from the bible. The Agacalti Kilise is a church with a distinct architectural style, vibrant colours and many decorative features, making it extremely interesting. Other important churches in the valley are Purenli Seki Kilise, Egritas Kilise, Yilanli Kilise and the Kirk Dam Arti Kilise. The valley has 4 entry points, the first at the beginning in Ihlara village, the second and the busiest at around 4km into the valley, the third is halfway through and is accessible via car, and the last from the other side of the valley, the Selime Monastery.
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Kaymakli Underground City
Located in Goreme, the Kaymakli Underground City is the widest and one of the largest of the 36 underground cities in Cappadocia. It was built during the Hittite era to act as a safe haven during raids and attacks. There are 8 floors full of cellars, storage spaces, stables, and wineries. Only 4 floors are open to the public, and most of the things of interest are on the 3rd floor.
The underground city was brilliantly planned. There is also a ventilation shaft which goes through the entire settlement. There are houses and storage places with slabs to keep objects. Archaeologists believed that more than 3000 people resided in the Kaymakli Underground City.
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Red and Rose Valley
The most spectacular hikes in Cappadocia are considered to be the trail to Red & Rose Valley, close to Gerome. The loop trail of Rose valley connects it to the Red Valley Trail. The hike starts from Buffe, a shop marked on Google Maps. Take a bus to Cavusin and then walk, or walk straight from Göreme. The trek isn't strenuous, takes around 2-3 hours to complete, and has marvellous viewpoints all along the way! The hike is ideal for beginners.
The trail can be reached by cab, rented scooter, or ATV. The Red and Rose Valley is aesthetically superb. Rocks in various shades of rose are scattered all over, making for one of Cappadocia's most famous hikes. As you go along the valley, you will be surrounded by colourful flowers and come across many beautifully built churches, with lots of paintings and decorations, vineyards and fields cultivated by the local farmers. The most notable churches are the Hacli, Avyali, and the Uc Hacli. There are several hiking trails as well, around 2 hours long, which give you enough time and opportunity to marvel at the beauty of the valley.
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Zemi Valley
The Zemi Valley is a popular tourist attraction owing to its unique and fascinating rock formations. Many visitors hike through its unique terrains, created by volcanic activities over thousands of years. The trek brings you across many scenic views, fairy chimneys, awesome caves, and also a small chapel carved into a rock with frescoes all over the ceiling.
The Zemi Valley is home to some of the most scenic and fascinating rock formations, with hills and mountains of all shapes and sizes. It's not as popular as some of the other hikes of the region, so it won't be as crowded and you will fully enjoy your experience.
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Stay at a Cave Hotel
Cappadocia is home to several natural rock-cut caves that have been preserved over the years and turned into houses, churches and hotels. This out of the box experience of living in an authentic cave, with a cozy yet luxurious environment is only possible in Cappadocia. These suites are comfortable, lavish and equipped with all amenities. The cave suites set in the natural environment of the city, look magnificent and exude luxury.
Aladaglar National Park
The Aladaglar National Park in Cappadocia is known for its majestic mountain range, often known as the “Alps of Turkey,” which appear rust-coloured at sunset. It is spread out across the provinces of Kayseri, Niğde and Adana in the Mediterranean region of Turkey. The park is home to the tallest mountains of Turkey's Central Taurus Mountains and is an ideal place for hiking, trekking, mountaineering and bird watching,
There are four mountains in Aladaglar National Park, over 3,700 m above sea level. The highest is Kızılkaya which stands tall at 3,767 m above sea level. It houses diverse flora and fauna like red pine, black pine, fir trees and wildflowers, bears, wolves, wild goats, Capra ibexes, bearded vultures, singing birds, and different butterflies, etc. The Kapuzbaşı Waterfalls, which comprise seven waterfalls, are well-known here, as are the glacial ponds that form upon the arrival of spring. One can also stay on a pension here. There are, however, no safaris to explore the park.
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Anti-Taurus Mountains
The Anti-Taurus Mountains is a mountain range running northeast from the Taurus Mountains in Cappadocia. It is covered in snow during most seasons. During spring, the melting snow forms many lakes. These lakes, as well as the Kapuzbasi Waterfall, are beautiful attractions in the mountain range with breathtaking views. It is also popular for camping. The most common camping areas are Sarimemedin Yurdu, Sokullupinar, and Yedigoller.
Forming the central part of the Taurus Mountains, the range is rather complex with steep routes heading towards the zeniths and trekking routes that run parallel to the slopes. On the southern slopes of the Anti-Taurus Mountains, you can see the Mediterranean Climate and from the northern slopes, the terrestrial climate can be witnessed. The Aladaglar National Park in the range covers about 55 hectares and is a great experience for those who enjoy trekking and adventure.
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ATV Sunset Tour in Cappadocia
One of the best ways to experience Cappadocian landscapes is through an ATV tour in the middle of the desert. After a demonstration and practice, tourists are let out into the dunes of Cappadocia for their private ATV ride. The ATV tour takes visitors to marvel at Greek architecture at sunset around Rose Valley, rock formations at the love valley and the sword valley. Drivers for the ATV require a license; passengers don't.
Carpet Shopping in Cappadocia
The streets of Cappadocia are lined with dreamy carpet shops, straight out from a Disney movie. The colorful carpet stores offer a delightful range of hand dotted carpets and patterns and are usually run by families through generations. You can find carpets as old as 200 years in the lanes of the Central Town, Goreme. Many tourists end up getting themselves these authentic Arabian carpets from Cappadocia, especially from Bazaar 54 popular for Turkish ‘hali’ work.
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