Cappadocia

Cappadocia name used first time by the Persian as Katpatuka which means "the land of the beatifull horses". Hitites were the first civilization; 1800 b.c to 1200 b.c. Then Thabals, Asyrian and Persians lived in there. Than Romans controlled this rocky land. Cappadocia was a refuge and a shelter for early christians during the Roman and Byzantine period. Than the region becomes an important christian teaching center. So that locals carved out over 300 cave churches and 30 underground cities. Finally, Cappadocia is a geological poem written by time,by million yeared wind and water sweeping or softly sliding by.

The region is also famouse by her kilims and carpets.

It's very easy to come to Goreme - Cappadocia. There are 3 companies which have everyday flight to Nevsehir or Kayseri airport. After your arrival to airport, we will pick you up with our modern A/C car and come to Goreme. The road longs about 40 minutes from both airports.

 
 

Goreme Night

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Pigeon Valley

Rose Valley

Fairy Chimney
 
 
 
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