Places to Explore In Cappadocia and Central Turkey

Ankara

In 1923, right after the War of Independence, Ankara was made the fledgling Turkish Republic's new capital—in part because it was a barren, dusty steppe...

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• 5 Hotels
• 14 Things To Do

Avanos

Avanos is a low-key town on the K?z?l?rmak (Red River), so named for the color of the clay that lines its banks, and is best...

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Derinkuyu and Kaymakli

The underground cities of Cappadocia have excited the imaginations of travelers since the Greek mercenary leader/historian Xenophon wrote about them in the 5th century BC...

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Göreme

Bustling Göreme has the most options for hotels, dining, nightlife, shopping, and other commercial enterprises. Back in the early days of tourism in Cappadocia, the...

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• 7 Hotels
• 2 Things To Do

Hattusa and the Other Hittite Cities

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Ihlara Valley

A verdant river canyon dotted with rock churches carved into the cliffs above, Ihlara Valley is a pleasant change of scenery from the arid terrain...

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Kayseri

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Konya

Famous for its association with Rumi and the whirling dervishes, Konya has long attracted both religious pilgrims and travelers to the city’s spiritual, even mystical...

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• 4 Hotels
• 15 Things To Do

Kultepe

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Kύrώehir

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Niğde

The small city of Ni?de is primarily an agricultural center, and the few sights of interest, including the Ni?de Museum, can be seen on a...

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Ortahisar

A rather sleepy farming village overlooking scenic Pancarl?k Valley, Ortahisar was traditionally famous for its underground caves where fruit was stored. Although it has recently...

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Safranbolu

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Soğanli Valleys

The area of Cappadocia between Ürgüp and the So?anl? Valleys was once considered to be off the beaten path. Though the sights are now well...

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• 4 Things To Do

Uçhisar

A lovely little town on a hill, built around a huge fairy chimney known as Uçhisar Castle, Uçhisar has some of the nicest places to...

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• 6 Hotels
• 1 Things To Do

Ürgup

Ürgüp is especially known these days for its charming small hotels, many of which are in restored cave houses and have views overlooking the town...

• 5 Restaurants
• 8 Hotels
• 2 Things To Do