The rock houses and the fairy chimneys of Zelve are one of the most important site of Cappadocia which is visited as a open-air museum today. Maybe, Zelve does not have the frescos as the other dwellings of Cappadocia but the rooms and passages in the rocky slopes are as interesting as the other ones. It is amazing to think how people settled in these […]
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The small town of Avanos in Cappadocia region is located by the Red River (Kızılırmak) which gets its name from the clay that deposits. That is the major reason for many years, the pottery art and craft had been the major industry in this area. As a result, it is possible to see the artistic talents and beautiful decorative materials anywhere you go. The […]
Read moreThe perfect white stone I came across in Dervent Valley amazed me by its simple and elegant beauty. The Hittites, the high Anatolian civilization used this stone while handcrafting some of their decorative objects and materials. Just like the one I saw in garden of the Museum Hotel in Uçhisar. While this white elegant art […]
Read moreGöreme is one of the most interesting historical site both by its geographical localization and unique ancient ruins showcasing the architectural civilization through the history. It is estimated that there are over 600 rock cut churches in Cappadocia area. In Open Göreme museum, it is possible to visit very well protected samples of Churches and monasteries from the second […]
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Even though, our trip to Nevşehir started at a last-minute decision a little bit unplanned, we ended up staying at one of the most interesting and nicest Hotel in Cappadocia, Yunak Evleri. Once, we arrived to Ürgüp, we have realized everywhere was booked bz of the national holiday, but luckily we found an opening at this unforgettable […]
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