Tough there is a mention of Cappadocia as a large and important Roman province in the Bible's New Testament, this Central Anatolian region has been important since Hittite times, long before the time of Jesus. Cappadocia is the cradle of one of the oldest civilizations of our world and the birthplace of many mysteries and legends, almost as if it is not real. Any travel lover would definitely love to explore this incredible place.

 

While geographic events were forming fairy chimneys and such geographical beauties, during the historical period, humans had carried the signs of thousand years old civilizations with carving houses and churches within these earth pillars and decorating them with frisks.

 

Cappadocia is located in a fertile region between the two volcanoes - Hasan Dagi and Erciyes Dagi. Known as Cappadocia in the ancient times, it is at present called the Kapadokya. The town lies to the east of Konya, and is surrounded by the Nigde in the south, Kirsehir in the north, Kayseri to the east and Aksaray to the west.

 

The climate of the region is quite extreme. Summers are hot and dry winters are cold and wet.

Balloning: It is the first experience that should not be missed. The trip takes place
over Cappadocia valleys and narrow canyons, one of the most intriguing natural formations.

 

Other Activities: Some places of interest are as following: Zelve Valley, Avanos, Ürgüp, Ihlara valley, Soganli, Sinasos and Hacibektas. If you do enjoy outdoor activities, then try these summer activities: trekking, walking, horse riding, motorbike or mountain biking around the valleys is also available.

 

 

 

All parts of Cappadocia offer special gifts to buy, like Avanos which is famous for its pots. These beautiful pots make excellent memorabilia and should be bought as a small gift before living this lovely region. Other attractive sets are mugs, ashtrays, ornate plates and chess sets. Clothes and spices and carpets are also a specialty of this region.