Nestled in the Turkish region in Central Anatolia, Cappadocia offers an otherworldly sight with its quirky rock formation, historical places, as well as ancient culture.
Nowadays, tourists have come and go to marvel at the beauty of Cappadocia. From honeymoon to family holidays, here are the five magical things that only exist in Cappadocia.
1. Ride Hot Air Balloon at Sunrise
One of the most magical experience you can find in Cappadocia is riding a hot air balloon while waiting for the sun to rise. While the premise of getting up early might put you off, you won’t regret once you’ve seen the dark sky slowly turns into violet and then blue.
From above, relish in the view of wind and volcanic-eroded landscape of the city. Don’t forget to take pictures with dozens of colourful hot air balloons as a background!
Riding a hot air balloon in Cappadocia costs you around S$180-230. However, you can also enjoy the sight from your balcony.
2. Explore the Underground Cities
Cappadocia is a house to many underground cities, with the largest and most famous being Derinkuyu. It is eighteen stories tall, with eight floors open for the public eye. The depth is over 60 metres and can contain an approximate of 20,000 people.
The history of Derinkuyu can be traced back to 1200BC, where the Christian used to hide from the persecution of Roman soldiers. Nowadays, the locals utilize Derinkuyu for a living; filling it with living quarters, water well, pastures, oil and wine press, and many more.
3. Learn about Pottery and Ceramics in Avanos
Nestled along the longest river in Turkey, Red River, Avanos is a bustling city famous for its ceramics and pottery-making since 1200BC. The high-quality clay is taken from the Red River, and you can see the locals making exquisite handicraft from it.
Are you feeling crafty? Sign up for the pottery class and bring home a memorable souvenir you couldn’t find anywhere else.
Before going back, browse racks of vases, jugs, and mugs. Avanos is an excellent place if you’re looking for an authentic souvenir of Cappadocia.
4. Hike the Ihlara Valley
Known as the best hiking spot in Turkey, Ihlara valley stretches 14 kilometres far with over than 100 metres depth. You can either start from the Selime village and the monastery or walk about 10 minutes to the other side of the cave.
During your hike, enjoy lush greeneries and a scenic panorama of the city throughout your journey.
Ihara Valley is one of the most prominent Christian spots in Cappadocia. In fact, it is famous for its Greek churches from the late Byzantine era. There are a total of 105 churches, although only 16 of them are open for public.
5. Stay in a Cave Hotel
Want to experience how the people of Cappadocia live in caves for years? Cave hotels in Cappadocia offer an opportunity to experience the lifestyle, although in luxury.
While it costs more than average, the boutique hotel provides lavish amenities such as Hamams (Turkish bath), modern bedroom, as well as a balcony with valley view.
Are you interested in this authentic, luxury hotel? Visit this website for more information about cave hotels in Cappadocia.
More than a tourist attraction, Cappadocia is also a place where you can learn local culture and its deep-rooted history — looking forward to coming to this whimsical city? Book your ticket and the finest accommodation at WorldRoamer Singapore.
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