Cappadocia

The first region that comes to mind for the central Anatolia region is Cappadocia. Cappadocia takes its name from the word meaning Land of beautiful horses. According to another rumor, the name of Cappadocia comes from Kat-patuka, which means ‘Low Country.’ Cappadocia, home to millions of tourists a year with its natural wealth, is a unique place that makes its name in the world. In Cappadocia, where you will find a different beauty every step of the way, you can spend Great minutes in fairy chimneys, chapels, churches, and viewing terraces.

History Of Cappadocia

The Cappadocia region formed by lava gushing from Erciyes, Güllü, and Hasan Mountain millions of years ago used as a center by the Hittites, Phrygians, Assyrians, Persians, Romans, Byzantines, and Turks. It is possible to find these traces in almost every part of the Cappadocia region, where churches and temples are especially crucial for the Christian faith. You can find critical reflections of icon culture in Cappadocia, where Christians who feel the aim of protecting themselves against external influences have taken up residence.

Cappadocia Attractions

Cappadocia is the name given to the sum of many regions to visit. Goreme, Ürgüp, Ortahisar, Uçhisar, Avanos, and Zelve are among the most important places to visit in the area.

Goreme Open Air Museum

You can witness many churches and chapels in the sight Open Air Museum, which is very close to the center of Goreme. You must pay a fee at the entrance to the open-air museum, where you will see natural and architectural beauty sprinkled into a valley.

Urgup

Ürgüp has always been an essential point from the past to the present in Central Anatolia. It used as a fortress - military unit throughout history. Many series and film shoots take place in Ürgüp, which noted for its natural structure.