Cappadocia , which is ranked 5th in the Times Newspaper’s ” New 25 Wonders of the World” list , is nothing more than an enigma for most of us despite all this fame. Despite all the interesting information we have heard about it, we cannot imagine it without visiting it because of its unique formations and experiences. Weeks are not enough to enjoy the fairy chimneys , underground cities, valleys, vineyards, pottery, wines, mansions and more of Cappadocia , which is spread over a huge area . The Cappadocia Red Tour, which has been prepared for our guests who do not have time for such a long time and who want to meet Cappadocia with a short trip, is a trip where important points are brought to the fore. Here are some beautiful places to visit during the tour.
Devrent Valley
Devrent Valley , which is also called the “use your imagination spot” of Cappadocia , is an absolute must for these highlights. At this point , where our guide gives general information about Cappadocia and explains the Geographical-Geological formation of Cappadocia, you will have made a good start with hundreds of fairy chimneys in their own right. The camel-shaped fairy chimney will immediately catch your eye, and if you look carefully, you will see a statue of the Virgin Mary or an eagle in the distance . The rest is up to your imagination.
Pasabaglari
When we arrive at our second stop called Paşabağları , you will understand very well why Cappadocia is so famous and why people come from the other side of the world to come here . Mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys will be very large and dense here. The valley, which is full of traces of monks from ancient times, is also known as the Valley of the Priests . The chapels and living spaces carved into the fairy chimneys were created in such a way that the monks could hide.
Pottery workshops
Cappadocia , we cannot ignore the pottery that was developed by the Hittites and stands before us with a 5000-year history. There are dozens of pottery workshops in Avanos , which is divided into two by the Kızılırmak . Clay extracted from the nearby beds is shaped in these workshops, fired at high temperatures and turned into works of art . Here, after watching a beautiful visual show from the connoisseurs of the business, you can get your hands on the mud and discover your talent in this subject.
Goreme Open Air Museum
Göreme Open Air Museum bears the traces of monastic life lived intensely from the 4th century to the 13th century AD . It was formed entirely by carving into the fairy chimneys . This valuable point, which is accepted as the place where the monastic education system was started with its churches, chapels, burial chambers, kitchens, and food cellars that have managed to preserve its frescoes , will be our next stop.
Esentepe
When you come to Göreme, as you can see, Göreme is a town built inside fairy chimneys, you can’t stop by Esentepe, a panoramic point . While we breathe in the fresh air, we dive into the Göreme Valley, one of the most famous valleys of Cappadocia, and the town of Göreme. Erciyes Mountain , with its white summit every season , reveals the life of Cappadocia before our eyes. We say we can’t get enough of this view and set off towards the town of Uçhisar .
Uchisar Castle
Uçhisar Castle , which was used as a defense center against the invasions of the Cappadocia region and attracts attention with its dominance over the whole region , is a nice spot to end our tour and take our cameras for the last time. The old houses, accompanied by the chain of fairy chimneys , form the unique view of the town of Uçhisar . this short tour , which introduces Cappadocia in general terms , we have made a considerable acquaintance with Cappadocia . The unique nature of Cappadocia , the different structure of the fairy chimneys, the valleys stretching in rows , the churches adorned with frescoes , thousands of years of art meet you thanks to the Cappadocia Red Tour .
