{"id":2361,"date":"2026-03-24T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/?p=2361"},"modified":"2026-03-23T15:40:39","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T12:40:39","slug":"places-to-visit-in-cappadocia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/en\/places-to-visit-in-cappadocia\/","title":{"rendered":"A superb blend of nature and history: Cappadocia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. G\u00fcll\u00fcdere Valley<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The G\u00fcll\u00fcdere Valley, located between G\u00f6reme and \u00c7avu\u015fin, is home to numerous churches, monuments and living quarters. The 4-kilometer long trekking trail is home to some of the finest views of the famous fairy chimneys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Pigeon Valley<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/piegon-valley-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Piegon valley\" class=\"wp-image-60570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/piegon-valley-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/piegon-valley-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/piegon-valley-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/piegon-valley-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/piegon-valley-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/piegon-valley-1068x801.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/piegon-valley.jpg 1084w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Piegon valley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>As the name suggests, G\u00fcvercinlik (Pigeon) Valley, is home to a great number of pigeons. You can observe the pigeons nesting in the carved stone facades. This valley is also has a 4,100-meter long trekking trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Zemi Valley<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Popular trekking 5600-meter trails Zemi Valley, G\u00fcll\u00fcdere and G\u00fcvercinlik Valley, are located on the \u00dcrg\u00fcp-Nev\u015fehir. Make sure to visit Sarn\u0131\u00e7 (The Cistern), Sakl\u0131, El Nazar and G\u00f6r\u00fcndere Church.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. A\u015fk Valley<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This 4900-meter long valley is a nice walking trail, a popular spot for hot balloon tours and is a great place to watch the sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. U\u00e7hisar<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/uchisar-valley.jpg\" alt=\"Uchisar valley\" class=\"wp-image-60573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/uchisar-valley.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/uchisar-valley-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/uchisar-valley-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/uchisar-valley-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/uchisar-valley-696x465.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Uchisar valley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In U\u00e7hisar, which covers the entire region beneath your feet, you can climb U\u00e7hisar Castle and enjoy a panoramic view that extends across \u00dcrg\u00fcp, Ortahisar, \u0130brahimpa\u015fa, K\u0131z\u0131l\u00e7ukur, G\u00f6reme, Avanos, \u00c7avu\u015fin, \u00c7at, and even as far as Erciyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Avanos<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/avanos.jpg\" alt=\"\n\" class=\"wp-image-27271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/avanos.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/avanos-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/avanos-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/avanos-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/avanos-696x465.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/avanos-629x420.jpg 629w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Avanos in Cappadocia is a region famous for its ceramic workshops.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Avanos, famous for pottery making, is home to manifold interesting places. 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                     <div class=\"thy-passenger-number-title\">Number of passenger(s)<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"thy-passenger-list thy-adult-passenger\">\n                                <div class=\"thy-passenger-info\">\n                                    <div class=\"thy-passenger-text\">\n                                        <div>Adult<\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"thy-passenger-text-hint\">12+<\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"thy-passenger-buttons \">\n                                    <button class=\"thy-passengers-minus-btn\"><\/button>\n                                    <div class=\"thy-passenger-number\">1<\/div>\n                                    <button class=\"thy-passengers-plus-btn\"><\/button>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <hr class=\"thy-passenger-hr\">\n                            <div class=\"thy-passenger-list thy-child-passenger\">\n                            <div class=\"thy-passenger-info\">\n                                <div class=\"thy-passenger-text\">\n                                    <div>Child<\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"thy-passenger-text-hint\">2 - 12 years old<\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"thy-passenger-buttons \">\n                                <button class=\"thy-passengers-minus-btn\"><\/button>\n                                <div class=\"thy-passenger-number\">0<\/div>\n                                <button class=\"thy-passengers-plus-btn\"><\/button>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n\n                            <hr class=\"thy-passenger-hr\">\n                            <div class=\"thy-passenger-list 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class=\"thy-passenger-text\">\n                                        <div>Student<\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"thy-passenger-buttons thy-student-passenger\">\n                                    <button class=\"thy-passengers-minus-btn\"><\/button>\n                                    <div class=\"thy-passenger-number\">0<\/div>\n                                    <button class=\"thy-passengers-plus-btn\"><\/button>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <hr class=\"thy-passenger-hr\">\n                            <div class=\"thy-other-passenger-type\">\n                                <div class=\"thy-other-passenger-type-text\">Other passenger types<\/div>\n                                <div>\n                                    <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11.166\" height=\"6.585\"\n                                        viewBox=\"0 0 11.166 6.585\">\n                                        <path id=\"chevron-lower-grey\"\n                                            d=\"M17.582,9.583a1,1,0,0,0-1.41,0l-3.88,3.88-3.88-3.88A1,1,0,0,0,7,10.993l4.59,4.59a1,1,0,0,0,1.41,0l4.59-4.59A1,1,0,0,0,17.582,9.583Z\"\n                                            transform=\"translate(-6.71 -9.291)\" fill=\"#ef2636\" \/>\n                                    <\/svg>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            -->\n                            <div class=\"passenger-buttons\">                                \n                                <button class=\"btn btn-sm btn-primary\" type=\"button\">OK<\/button> \n                            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div>\n                <input type=\"hidden\" name=\"departure_date\" id=\"departure_date\" value=\"\">\n                <input type=\"hidden\" name=\"return_date\" id=\"return_date\" value=\"\">\n                <button class=\"thy-form-btn search_fly\" type=\"submit\" id=\"search_fly\">\n                Search\n                    <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" width=\"19\"\n                        height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 19\">\n                        <defs>\n                            <clipPath id=\"thy-right-arrow\">\n                                <path id=\"Path_46\" data-name=\"Path 46\"\n                                    d=\"M0-10.7v2.4H14.408L7.8-1.7,9.5,0,19-9.5,9.5-19,7.8-17.3l6.6,6.6Z\"\n                                    fill=\"rgba(255,255,255,0.99)\" \/>\n                            <\/clipPath>\n                        <\/defs>\n                        <g id=\"Group_43\" data-name=\"Group 43\" transform=\"translate(0 19)\"\n                            clip-path=\"url(#thy-right-arrow)\">\n                            <path id=\"Path_45\" data-name=\"Path 45\" d=\"M-5,5H24V-24H-5Z\" fill=\"rgba(255,255,255,0.99)\" \/>\n                        <\/g>\n                    <\/svg>\n\n\n                <\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Pa\u015faba\u011f<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-pasabaglari-mushroom-shaped-fairy-chimneys-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Massive multi-headed, mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys located in Pa\u015faba\u011flar\u0131, Cappadocia (Monks Valley)\" class=\"wp-image-60575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-pasabaglari-mushroom-shaped-fairy-chimneys-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-pasabaglari-mushroom-shaped-fairy-chimneys-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-pasabaglari-mushroom-shaped-fairy-chimneys-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-pasabaglari-mushroom-shaped-fairy-chimneys-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-pasabaglari-mushroom-shaped-fairy-chimneys-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-pasabaglari-mushroom-shaped-fairy-chimneys-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-pasabaglari-mushroom-shaped-fairy-chimneys.jpg 1084w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Massive multi-headed, mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys located in Pa\u015faba\u011flar\u0131, Cappadocia (Monks Valley)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Pa\u015faba\u011f is close to the Goreme Open Air Museum and Zelve Open Air Museum. Also known as the Valley of the priests, Pa\u015faba\u011f was commonly used by the Christian clergy for seclusion and refuge over history and became an important religious center for Christians centuries ago. Explore traces of past in the Valley and interesting capped fairy chimney formations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Devrent Valley<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"634\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-devrent-valley-camel-shaped-fairy-chimney-1024x634.jpg\" alt=\"The famous fairy chimney in Cappadocia\u2019s Devrent Valley, shaped like a camel through natural erosion.\" class=\"wp-image-60577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-devrent-valley-camel-shaped-fairy-chimney-1024x634.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-devrent-valley-camel-shaped-fairy-chimney-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-devrent-valley-camel-shaped-fairy-chimney-150x93.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-devrent-valley-camel-shaped-fairy-chimney-768x475.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-devrent-valley-camel-shaped-fairy-chimney-696x431.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-devrent-valley-camel-shaped-fairy-chimney-1068x661.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-devrent-valley-camel-shaped-fairy-chimney.jpg 1084w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The famous fairy chimney in Cappadocia\u2019s Devrent Valley, shaped like a camel through natural erosion.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In Devrent Valley, you will see a large number of fairy chimnies that resemble animals and human shapes and the famous camel figure fairy chimney of Cappadocia is also in this region. While you are here, visit the fairy chimney of the Virgin Mary, which looks like a nun with her hands open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. \u00c7avu\u015fin Village<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00c7avu\u015fin village, located 2 kilometers from Goreme, is one of the oldest settlements in Cappadocia. St. John the Baptist Chapel is a must-visit site, the oldest structure in the village dates back to the 5th century, where Christian dervishes and their communities lived.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. G\u00fcray Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors travel far and wide to visit G\u00fcray Museum, the world&#8217;s first and only underground ceramic museum, that displays the rich cultural accumulation of Cappadocia over thousands of years. At the museum, you can learn the historical development of pottery and ceramic art and participate in pottery making courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Three Beauties<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large td-caption-align-https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-690036190.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-690036190-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-690036190-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-690036190-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-690036190-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-690036190-696x463.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-690036190-1068x710.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-690036190-632x420.jpg 632w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-690036190-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-690036190.jpg 1256w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00dc\u00e7 G\u00fczeller (The Three Beauties), is a must-see sight and symbol of Cappadocia, a formation of two small and one large fairy chimnies. You can\u2019t miss the Three Beauties while exploring Cappadocia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12. Ortahisar<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ortahisar, a pristine local village living in Cappadocia, consists of houses carved into Tuff rock and its surroundings. Apart from these structures, you must see the Churches of Tav\u015fanl\u0131, Sar\u0131ca, Cambazl\u0131, Harim, Balkan Creek, Ortahisar Castle and the Halla\u00e7 Dere on your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>13. Zelve<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"570\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-zelve-open-air-museum-rock-cut-settlements-1024x570.jpg\" alt=\"Historic stone houses carved into massive fairy chimneys and church ruins in Cappadocia\u2019s Zelve Open Air Museum\" class=\"wp-image-60579\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-zelve-open-air-museum-rock-cut-settlements-1024x570.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-zelve-open-air-museum-rock-cut-settlements-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-zelve-open-air-museum-rock-cut-settlements-150x83.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-zelve-open-air-museum-rock-cut-settlements-768x427.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-zelve-open-air-museum-rock-cut-settlements-696x387.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-zelve-open-air-museum-rock-cut-settlements-1068x594.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cappadocia-zelve-open-air-museum-rock-cut-settlements.jpg 1084w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Historic stone houses carved into massive fairy chimneys and church ruins in Cappadocia\u2019s Zelve Open Air Museum<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Consisting of three valleys built on steep slopes, Zelve is the densest region of the pointed fairy chimneys. The Zelve, home to an open-air museum, is also one of the most important settlements and religious centers of Christians in the 9th and 13th centuries. In Zelve, visit the churches and monasteries of Bal\u0131kl\u0131, \u00dcz\u00fcml\u00fc, and Geyikli.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>14. Mustafapa\u015fa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large td-caption-align-https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/mustafapasa-general-view-and-valley-landscape-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional stone houses in Mustafapa\u015fa, valley settlements, and volcanic hills on the horizon.\" class=\"wp-image-60581\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/mustafapasa-general-view-and-valley-landscape-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/mustafapasa-general-view-and-valley-landscape-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/mustafapasa-general-view-and-valley-landscape-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/mustafapasa-general-view-and-valley-landscape-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/mustafapasa-general-view-and-valley-landscape-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/mustafapasa-general-view-and-valley-landscape-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/mustafapasa-general-view-and-valley-landscape.jpg 1084w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Traditional stone houses in Mustafapa\u015fa, valley settlements, and volcanic hills on the horizon.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Mustafapa\u015fa is a region of \u00dcrg\u00fcp that was once inhabited by Christians. Therefore, it is home to a large number of churches and chapels. The Church of St. George, St. Vasilios, St. Stefanos, Constantine and The Church of Helena and the Chapel of St. Basil are prominent places to visit in Mustafapa\u015fa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>15. Ihlara Valley<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large td-caption-align-https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-175440102.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The settlement of Ihlara Valley dates back to the 4th century and is home to interesting structures which are a source of much fascination. The Melendiz River winds through the valley, stretching 14 kilometers long at an average of 200 meters deep canyon. This unique landscape is further accentuated by the surrounding churches carved into rocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>16. Kaymakl\u0131 Underground City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large td-caption-align-https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1094436050.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1094436050-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1094436050-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1094436050-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1094436050-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1094436050-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1094436050-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1094436050-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1094436050-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/iStock-1094436050.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This Underground City descends 20 meters below ground level, spans 8 floors and can hold up to 5000 people. It dates back to 3000 BC and is known to have been built by the Hittites. The city, carved into tuff rocks comprises of has rooms and halls connected by corridors, water cellars, kitchens, and churches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>17. Derinkuyu Underground City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it has a total area of 4 square kilometers, only 2.5 square kilometers and 8 floors of the Underground City, is accessible to visitors. The Derinkuyu Underground City has enough space to accommodate a large community. Apart from the kitchens, rooms, and lounges, the areas that distinguish this underground city from the others are the confessional and the baptismal pool sections. It is amazing to imagine how people lived in underground cities before they moved above the land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>18. Sobesos Ancient Town<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/sobesos_ancient_town-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Sobesos Ancient Town\" class=\"wp-image-60583\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/sobesos_ancient_town-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/sobesos_ancient_town-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/sobesos_ancient_town-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/sobesos_ancient_town-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/sobesos_ancient_town-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/sobesos_ancient_town-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/sobesos_ancient_town.jpg 1084w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sobesos Ancient Town<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of Cappadocia\u2019s archaeological treasures waiting to be uncovered, the ancient city of Sobesos is located near the village of \u015eahinefendi in \u00dcrg\u00fcp. Among the remains dating back to the 4th century AD, a reception hall decorated with colorful stone mosaics, a bath complex, and a chapel stand out. Excavations, which had been paused for a long time, have recently resumed under the leadership of Nev\u015fehir Hac\u0131 Bekta\u015f Veli University, revealing new insights into the region\u2019s history. Unlike Cappadocia\u2019s rock-carved structures, Sobesos features examples of classical urban settlements, making it an important discovery that expands the known boundaries of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gastronomy in Cappadocia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kapadokya-teras-kahvaltisi-peri-bacalari-ve-balonlar-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Kapadokya'da peri bacalar\u0131 ve g\u00f6ky\u00fcz\u00fcndeki s\u0131cak hava balonlar\u0131 manzaras\u0131na kar\u015f\u0131 haz\u0131rlanan bir sofra.\" class=\"wp-image-60332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kapadokya-teras-kahvaltisi-peri-bacalari-ve-balonlar-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kapadokya-teras-kahvaltisi-peri-bacalari-ve-balonlar-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kapadokya-teras-kahvaltisi-peri-bacalari-ve-balonlar-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kapadokya-teras-kahvaltisi-peri-bacalari-ve-balonlar-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kapadokya-teras-kahvaltisi-peri-bacalari-ve-balonlar-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kapadokya-teras-kahvaltisi-peri-bacalari-ve-balonlar-1068x801.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kapadokya-teras-kahvaltisi-peri-bacalari-ve-balonlar.jpg 1084w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kapadokya&#8217;da peri bacalar\u0131 ve g\u00f6ky\u00fcz\u00fcndeki s\u0131cak hava balonlar\u0131 manzaras\u0131na kar\u015f\u0131 haz\u0131rlanan bir sofra.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cappadocia has recently gained recognition not only for its landscapes but also for its culinary scene. Its inclusion in the Michelin Guide\u2019s T\u00fcrkiye selection has boosted the region\u2019s reputation worldwide. Revithia, located in the historic Kayakap\u0131 district of \u00dcrg\u00fcp, has become Cappadocia\u2019s first Michelin-starred restaurant by reinterpreting the region\u2019s nearly forgotten recipes with modern techniques. Babayan Evi, focusing on local ingredients and sustainability, has received a Michelin Green Star. Additionally, many restaurants in the area have made it onto the Bib Gourmand and Michelin Recommended lists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the Michelin scene, Cappadocia\u2019s cuisine showcases a rich culinary heritage that links the land to the plate. Dishes crafted with local ingredients offer a true treat for visitors. During your trip to Cappadocia, you should definitely try the famous testi kebab (a clay pot kebab with lamb and vegetables).&nbsp;Apricot stew, gendirme (a type of ke\u015fkek made with cracked wheat), d\u00fc\u011f\u00fc soup (fine bulgur soup with ground beef), quince stuffing, zerde rice (Turkish sweet rice pudding), dried kaymak (clotted cream), and dolaz (a particularly rich variation of flour halva) are also among the must-try flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb;color:#ebebeb\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently asked questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"784\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/balonz.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/balonz.jpg 784w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/balonz-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/balonz-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/balonz-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/balonz-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/blog.turkishairlines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/balonz-630x420.jpg 630w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 784px) 100vw, 784px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where is Cappadocia?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cappadocia, one of T\u00fcrkiye&#8217;s most important touristic destinations, is located in the province of Nev\u015fehir, in the heart of Central Anatolia. It includes some parts of Kayseri, Ni\u011fde, K\u0131r\u015fehir and Aksaray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When to visit Cappadocia?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Cappadocia has a wonderful atmosphere throughout the year, the best time to visit the region, where the continental climate is strongly felt, is in spring and autumn. Summers can be very hot and winters quite cold; the mild weather of spring makes your trip more comfortable and enjoyable while exploring Cappadocia\u2019s must-see sights. During the summer months, events like the Culture Route Festival, the Cycling Festival, and the Harvest Festival add extra vibrancy to the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When to go to Cappadocia?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Cappadocia offers a magnificent atmosphere in all seasons, spring and autumn are the best times to visit a region where the terrestrial climate has generously displayed its character. In the region, summer is very hot and winter is very cold. Warm weather in the spring and autumn will make your trip to Cappadocia more comfortable and enjoyful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to go to Cappadocia?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cappadocia is located at the crossroads of many cities. As a result, you have two options for getting here: by road and by air. There are direct buses from neighboring cities to Cappadocia. If you want to travel by plane, you can fly to either Nev\u015fehir Kapadokya Airport or Kayseri Airport. They&#8217;re nearly the same distance from the area!<br>After your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.turkishairlines.com\/en-int\/flights\/flights-to-nevsehir\/index.html?utm_source=tkblog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tkblogpostbookaticket\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.turkishairlines.com\/en-int\/flights\/flights-to-nevsehir\/index.html?utm_source=tkblog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tkblogpostbookaticket\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">flight to Nev\u015fehir<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.turkishairlines.com\/en-int\/flights\/flights-to-kayseri\/index.html?utm_source=tkblog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tkblogpostbookaticket\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.turkishairlines.com\/en-int\/flights\/flights-to-kayseri\/index.html?utm_source=tkblog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tkblogpostbookaticket\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kayseri<\/a>, you can rent a car, take a shuttle, or take a taxi for travelling to Cappadocia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When visiting Cappadocia, what should you wear?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to visit Cappadocia at different times of the year, you can have a wonderful trip by taking the necessary precautions. Winters in Cappadocia, for example, are usually snowy, harsh, and cold. As a result, when visiting the region in the winter, we recommend bringing your thermal coat and underwear, sweater, thick trousers, scarf, and beanie. In the spring, autumn and summer, while the region is quite hot during the day, the temperature drops suddenly at night. Therefore, in addition to t-shirts, sunscreens, hats, and sunglasses, we recommend you to bring your seasonal coats, knitwear, and cardigans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to do in Cappadocia?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We don&#8217;t know where to start, because there are so many wonderful things to do in Cappadocia. To help you, we\u2019ve compiled a list of places to see and activities you should do in this unique city, Cappadocia. Choose from or try them all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the historical places carved into the rocks and turned into museums in Cappadocia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>See the underground cities of Cappadocia. You will have one of the most interesting experiences in the world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a walk through the endless Cappadocia valleys, photographing fairy chimneys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a balloon tour that starring the most beautiful photographs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make pottery in Avanos. There are numerous pottery workshops in the Avanos Region.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rent an ATV daily or hourly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay a visit to the famous Turkish nights in U\u00e7hisar and Avanos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taste the most special flavors of Cappadocia cuisine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a cycling tour through the valleys; MTB, gravel, and e-bike routes are becoming more popular in the region.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience Cappadocia\u2019s growing gastronomic scene at Michelin awarded restaurants.<br>Join events like the Culture Route Festival, the Cycling Festival, and the Harvest Festival held during the summer months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1. G\u00fcll\u00fcdere Valley The G\u00fcll\u00fcdere Valley, located between G\u00f6reme and \u00c7avu\u015fin, is home to numerous churches, monuments and living quarters. The 4-kilometer long trekking trail is home to some of the finest views of the famous fairy chimneys. 2. 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