Question 1

Which are the best attractions to visit in Cappadocia?

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1. Kaymakli Underground CityIn case you have decided to tour Turkey and search for the best places to visit in Cappadocia, don’t miss the tour of this exceptional underground city. The locals of Kaymakli village have built their homes around almost 100 tunnels of this underground city. This region’s inhabitants still utilize the most suitable places in tunnels as storage areas, stables, and cellars that they access by the courtyards. While Kaymakli underground city contains 8 floors below the ground, you can only visit 4 of them in which spaces are well-organized around the ventilation shafts. Location - KaymakliEntry Fee/Price – 15 Turkish LiraTimings – - May-October: 8 AM-6 PM- November-April: 8:30 AM-5:30 PMCheckout & Book: Turkey Trips 2. Goreme Open-Air MuseumJust outside of the Goreme Village is this UNESCO-protected site, the monastery cluster of monk-cells and rock-cut churches that hold amazing frescoes. There are many chapels and churches within this complex, however, the most significant are Apple Church (Elmali Kilise), with the Ascension fresco above the door and the chapel of St. Barbara (Azize Barbara Sapeli), with the red-ochre internal decoration. The majority of its churches are more than 1000 years old however have been preserved well that colors of its paintings are still deep and bright.  Location – Merkez, Muze Cd., Goreme 50180Entry Fee/Price – 45 Turkish Liras (free for kids under 8 years)Timings – 8 AM-5 PM 3. Ihlara ValleyThis verdant, narrow valley at the bottom of 100 meters deep gorge in rage Southwest Cappadocia is a perfect place for all the nature lovers out there. During the Byzantine period, Ihlara valley was the favored retreat for the hermetic monk communities, who sculpted monastery complexes and churches into the cliff face. The Fragrant Church (Kokar Kilise), Snake Church (Yilanli Kilise), and St. George Church (Kirk Dam Alti Kilise) are the best 3, however, there are many others to witness along the way. Location - 68500 Ihlara/Güzelyurt/AksarayTimings – - 8 AM-7 PM (from 1st April-1st October)- 8 AM – 5:30 PM (from 1st October – 1st April) - The valley is closed on Tuesdays.  4. Zelve Open Air MuseumThis Museum once accommodated one of the biggest communities in Cappadocia and in addition to this, it is a spectacular cave town that is combed with the dwellings, secular and religious chambers. A lot of fascinating chapels are there to view such as Grape Church (Uzumlu Kilise) being the most pristine and the rather scenic rock-cut mosque. However, this site’s real joy is winding down its cliffside paths, taking a good look at the beautiful vistas over the nearby countryside, and exploring the cave dwellings’ fire-blackened interiors. Location - Ayd?nl? Mahallesi, Yavuz Sk. No: 1 D: No: 1, 50180 Aktepe/Avanos/Nev?ehirEntry Fee/Price – 10 Turkish Liras (3 Turkish Liras for parking)Timings – - Summers: 8AM-7 PM- Winters: 8AM-5PMAlso Checkout & Book: Turkey Honeymoon Tour Packages 5. Uchisar CastleRiddled with the tunnels, Uchisar Castle was used by villagers for centuries as the place of refuge when the enemy armies outstripped the neighboring plains. It is situated at the region’s highest point on the Nevsehir-Goreme road and is only approximately 5 km away from the Goreme city. When you would travel to its top, be prepared to witness a splendid panorama of the adjacent area along with the Mount Erciyes in the distance. Enjoy the most magnificent view of the striking fairy chimneys and nearby towns with your friends and family.  Location - Tekelli, 50240 Uçhisar/Nev?ehir Merkez/Nev?ehirEntry Fee/Price – 8 Turkish LirasTimings – 8AM – Sunset  6. Derinkuyu Underground CityThis underground city has more than 8 floors of underground, carved rock and is believed to house 20,000 people at one time. It is the region’s deepest underground shelter. Just like Kaymakli, Derinkuyu Underground city was utilized by early Christians for hiding from attack. There is also a vast chapel area along with several storages and living areas for exploration in the below-ground maze. Location – Derinkuyu district, Nevsehir Province Entry Fee/Price – 15 Turkish LirasTimings – - 8 AM-7 PM (summer)- 8 AM-5 PM (winter) 7. Rose ValleyIn this valley, the rippling and rolling rock face arc out throughout the countryside into the palette of yellow, orange, and pastel pink cliffs that are formed through a volcanic explosion in addition to the millennia of water erosion and wind. Three individual attractions within this valley are Church of the Cross (Hacli Kilise), with the mammoth cross carved into cave ceiling, Columned Church (Kolonlu Kilise), and Church of the 3 crosses Uc Hacli Kilise, with the incredibly preserved ceiling carvings and interesting frescoes. Besides its bold beauty, Rose valley is also the paradise for hikers since there are a plethora of adventurous trekking trails.  Location - Goreme Yolu Uzeri Entry Fee/Price – 6 Turkish Lira8. CavusinOne of the most aged settlements in the region is this village that lies midway between Goreme and Avanos, just at the foot of the Aktepe Mountain. The major attractions in Cavusin are 2 attractive Byzantine churches. By the entrance of the town is Cavusin Church, also called the Big Pigeon House Church that comes with the pretty interiors of the frescoes. In its old village center, after hiking high up on a ridge above the derelict houses’ tumble, is the St. John The Baptist’s Church. 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Question 2

Which are the famous things to do in Cappadocia?

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1. Horse RidingGet on the Arab horse or Anatolian horse’s back and take a tour of the unique landscape in Cappadocia. Choose between 2 or 4 trail rides and take a tour to various fascinating mountains and valleys. Feel free to ride among walnut, apricot, and apple orchards and you will also get the chance to meet local Turks while crossing the ancient villages. Get ready to enjoy the trail ride to escape the crowds for getting an authentic and unique tour experience through exceptional Cappadocia.  Location – Meskendir Valley, Words Valley, Love Valley, and Rose Valley 2. Take a Hot-Air Balloon RideViewing Cappadocia’s dramatic landscape from the ground is one thing, however, get ready to witness an entirely new experience by viewing it from above by taking the hot-air balloon ride. Soaring above the substantial rock formations and valleys, floating among the 100 other multi-colored hot air balloons, and peeking into caves and pigeon holes is nothing short of picturesque.Location – Goreme, Ihlara ValleyEntry Fee/Price – $140-$250 3. Love Valley Trail to the Uchisar CastleFrom the entrance to the Love Valley to the Uchisar Castle, this walk is 5 Km and it will take approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. You can conveniently hike through the Love Valley to Uchisar while passing by the well-known stunning rock formations up close. Make sure to bring along a tiny backpack with sufficient water (a huge water bottle for every person must suffice), lightweight rain jacket, hat, cell phone with the downloaded offline map, snacks, athletic shoes, and camera. Location - 50180 Göreme/Nev?ehir Merkez/Nev?ehir 4. Trek to the Ihlara ValleyDo not waste your time wondering what to do in the region and take a trek to the Ihlara valley, the most popular Cappadocia attraction. Along the trek extending up to 16 km, you will experience the region’s best sceneries. For some hours, you can forget that you are out in the desert, dry as you will experience the forest’s sounds while walking beneath the tree arches, clambering over the boulders and strolling through grassy openings. The wildflowers of every imaginable color paint the path’s sides to lead the eyes off your trail and toward those towering cliffs on either side of the gorge. Location - 68570 Ihlara/Güzelyurt/AksarayAlso Explore & Book: Europe Tour Packages 5. Go on the moonlight tour to discover Gulludere ValleyRegarded as one of the most fun things to do in the region is trekking under the moonlight into the magical valleys of Cappadocia, during the full moons. The region’s magical landscape, along with the serene night, transforms an ordinary hike into an inspiring experience. Argos and Uzunetap Culture organize the walks between April & October. This tour begins at 8:30 PM in front of the Royal Balloon in Goreme. Location – In Front of Royal Balloon, GoremeEntry Fee/Price – 150 Turkish LirasTimings – Tour begins at 8:30 PM 6. Pigeon Valley Hiking TrailFollow the path along picturesque valleys as you know about the natural habitat’s history that dates back to the 4th century. Please note that this region is known for the spectacular hiking trails and that is why you should give it a try. You will be able to go on the nature hike through following the directions, and you will not feel like having to hire the tour guide. Along this route, you will witness earth pillars, ancient paintings, cave dwellings, and, needless to say, pigeons. Location - A?a??, Adnan Menderes Cd. No: 50, 50240 Uçhisar/Nev?ehir Merkez/Nev?ehirTimings – 10AM-4PM 7. Hike in the Zemi ValleyHiking in the Zemi Valley offers a few exceptional views of this city. The 6 km hiking trail takes approximately 4-5 hours at a leisurely pace. There are 2 possible routes - begin from Goreme, next to Open Air Museum and then do the loop, or you can follow the linear path for finishing on a road near the Urgup town. Have a nice time hiking through this valley which is full of astonishing rock formations besides having hundreds of the fairy chimneys.  Location – Goreme 8. Golf the BallThe national park, Cross Golf utilizes landscape’s natural features for challenging even the highly experienced golfers. Every year, from May to October, Cross Country Golf Tournaments are organized. Whether you have an undying love for golf or you are just a casual admirer of this game, golfing amid attractive rock formations, fairy chimneys, and the unique landscapes will give you a memorable experience.  Location - Yukar? Mahalle Göreme cad. No.33 Uchisar, 50240 Merkez/Nev?ehirTimings – 8AM-6PM 9. Join Cappadox FestivalIn the past 5 years, Cappadox Festival has hosted the likes of Sun Ra Arkestra, Dhafer Youssef, Mercan Dede, Acid Pauli, Karsu, Husnu Senlendrici, Mum and Rhye. It is held in only the even-numbered years, hence called biennial festival. This festival merges nature walks, music, gastronomy events, and yoga into a 1-week extravaganza with the blend of Cappadocia’s authentic beauty and modern culture. Feel free to join yoga sessions, cycling, and nature walks for exploring the area. Also, there are running activities at a comfortable pace.Also Checkout & Book: Istanbul Holiday Packages

Question 3

What are the most romantic things to do in Cappadocia?

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1. Going on the Turkish Tea DateThere is no better way to soothe your mind with your better half than sipping Turkish tea as it is an instant way to relax and destress yourself so that you can have a heart-to-heart conversation with each other. So, kick back to slow down from the region’s frenetic scenes, go to a cafe with incredible views of the city and enjoy this delicious drink while confessing your never-ending love to the partner.  2. Watch hot air balloon rides at the time of sunriseWhether you are a mush pot or not, climbing to your hotel’s rooftop with your better half and viewing sunrise with hot air balloons as the backdrop will leave you feeling lovey-dovey. Have you noticed that whenever you google pictures of this region, you see those beautiful images of cute couples watching over hot air balloons from the rooftop? If yes, then you know what we are talking about.3. Explore Love ValleyWhen it comes to getting your full dosage of romance, there is no better place than this valley. Situated in Goreme, the formations in this valley are like the phallic-looking structures.  This is a cute area and there are plenty of sections where you can enjoy the private time along with reminiscing on the budding love between both of you.  4. Witness sunset at the Red Rose ValleyThis valley’s rock formations can be seen throughout the city and when you view the sunset here with your partner, this place becomes the definition of romance for you. Head to Red Rose Valley nearly 1 hour before sunset. Take along your picnic basket, find a spot to relax, and watch as the sun sets while walking hand-in-hand with your better half.Checkout & Book: Italy Tour Packages               	5. Stay in the stone room or a caveThe stone rooms and cave are quite cozy along with being romantic due to the way they are constructed. Moreover, staying in the cave room comes with all the comforts i.e., comfortable beds, private modern bathroom, central heating, flat-screen satellite Television, maybe even the kitchenette, and Wi-Fi Internet. Some of the suites are royally outfitted and a few of them provide you with private fireplaces and living rooms.  6. Enjoying a date night in the traditional Turkish RestaurantA date night in the traditional Turkish restaurant with your significant other is all you need to spice up your love life. Be it your anniversary or your partner’s birthday, you can easily get the last minute reservation at the fancy, popular traditional restaurant in Cappadocia and make this your memorable day. In terms of food choices, you have a lot to choose from i.e., pottery kebab or testi, simple kebabs, Lahmacun, Menemen, Corba, and Baklava etc. 7. Take pictures at Galerie IkmanFrom scenic tea cafes to Stoney backdrops, Galerie Ikman is a lot of couples’ favorite spots. Take out your camera, click some amazing pictures with your partner as you feel like Princess Jasmine sitting on the magic carpet with your Aladdin. Ceiling to the floor and wall-to-wall of intricate and beautiful carpets, a few even historical, this place is an ideal one for capturing some perfect shots.Also Checkout & Book: Italy Honeymoon Packages

Question 4

Why is Cappadocia so famous?

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One of the major reasons behind the popularity of Cappadocia City is because of its regular hot air balloon flights. Each morning, (if weather permits), you can see a lot of balloons filling the sky which is a magical sight. From lunar landscapes to fairy chimneys, and natural spears which protrude in the sky, you will be mesmerized by its landscape.Click Here To Book: Switzerland Tour Packages

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How to reach Cappadocia?

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By Flight – Nevsehir Kapadokya Airport is the nearest one located at the distance of 43.5km from the main city. It is also connected to other nearby cities like Antalya and Istanbul through service providers like Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. By Train – Kayseri is well connected to the whole country through rail. By Road – In case you plan on traveling by road, hire the taxi or private car from cities such as Ephesus, Istanbul, Ankara, Izmi, in addition to Antalya and then head to the city. You can also take direct buses to Goreme and the region’s other places. This way, you can also admire the natural beauty and scenic roads while driving through quaint neighboring cities adjoining the region.

Question 6

When is the best time to visit Cappadocia?

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The best time for going to Cappadocia is from the end of April to June and also, September & October. Days are warm and nights are cool during this period along with a possibility of rain. If you don’t want to miss balloon flights, avoid visiting Cappadocia during April’s first few weeks as due to plenty of winds, the flights can be cancelled.Explore & Book: Switzerland Honeymoon Packages

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