City: Cappadocia
Top Things to do in Cappadocia
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Lying in south central Turkey, the moonscaped region of Cappadocia, southeast of Ankara, is most famous for unique geological features called fairy chimneys. The large, cone-like formations were created over time by erosion of the relatively soft volcanic ash around them. Past cultures have dug into them to create dwellings, castles (like Uchisar) and even entire underground cities like Kaymakli and Derinkuyu, used as hiding places by early Christians. Nearby Kayseri is the gateway to the area.
Restaurants in Cappadocia
1. Tribal Collections Nomadic Rugs and Textiles
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 285 reviews
Ruth Lockwood is the owner of Tribal Collections - a beautiful rug gallery in a restored cave house, in the village of Goreme, Cappadocia. Originally from NZ, and with 30yrs of expertise in Turkey, her gallery has an established reputation for integrity and quality and is a leading choice for those looking to learn, or to acquire, a beautiful hand-woven rug, flat-woven kilim or tribal weaving. Ruth can help you navigate the stunning styles, intricate designs and rich color palettes to find the rug that İs just 'right' for you and expresses your individuality. She buys at source and chooses each of her rugs personally so you can be assured of their quality & authenticity. You are welcome to spend time with her, browse and enjoy, or learn more about motifs, dyes and traditions that make every carpet unique. She has a wide-open door policy and fixed prices: making it easy for you to compare and importantly you know you are with a trusted professional who is passionate about rugs!
Reviewed By ChristinaM645 - Burleson, United States
My parents and I first met Ruth in the early 2000s. Last spring during the midst of the pandemic, I worked via email with Ruth to select some kilim cushion covers for the house my husband and I had just moved into. The attached picture are a mix of some I purchased in 2015 during a visit to Turkey and some that were shipped to us during the pandemic. Online ordering was easy and secure, and shipping was fast. But nothing compares to actually visiting her store.
2. Sultan Carpet
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 388 reviews
Sultan Carpet shop established in 1989 and has been serving with the best way to the customers who come from all over in the world and has been in the same place and the same name for 29 years.
Reviewed By senomzn - Serpong, Indonesia
I was planning to Sultan Carpets after reading the reviews they had over here, and I was NOT disappointed. I was greeted by Ali and Mustafa the first day I got there, they first choice I have to make on their shop is between a Turkish tea, or an Apple tea. They talked me through the ranges of carpets types, qualities, and prices. He wasn't hesitated to unroll any of his carpets to give me choices of which one carpets suits me the best, the price are very very reasonable, InsyaAllah the carpets I got will suits the house really fine. Ali's English is exceptional, I know so many Turkish around Göreme speaks English but there is something different with him, turns out he spent time in America for 5 years which explains a lot, him and Mustafa were very honest about their business, they are very comfortable to talk to, a genuine carpet shop runs by genuine carpet lover persons. Me as a moslem brother is proud to see our brother have such dedication and honesty, a very good example of Turkish hospitality! I really wanna go back to Göreme, and with God's will if I do, I'll definitely visit Sultan Carpet again!
3. Cappadocia Dowry Carpet
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 202 reviews
The Dowry Carpet, offers to guests that hand made Carpets, Kilims and Sumaks. There are lots of unique significances on them. Actually the funniest thing is trying to estimate what they looks like. Please do not hesitate to visit us to get only some information without buying anything. Because our purpose is not only selling something, we're also glad to explain you our culture!
Reviewed By sarawillner
My boyfriend and I are visiting turkey from Los Angeles. We found Cappadocia Dowry by driving by and ended up buying 2 beautiful hand made rugs when we didn’t even need. The shop is ran by Ozgur, his brother and father, a wonderful family and we couldn’t be happier! After visiting several cities all over turkey by far they have the best quality rugs with the most character! Ozgur is amazing, honest, helped us and taught us so much about the history and detail of each rug. I highly highly recommend supporting this wonderful kind family who knows what they are doing! They even offered to ship the rugs to us. We couldn’t be happier! Thank you Ozgur! We’ll definitely keep in touch and be buying many more pieces from you in the future!
4. Chez Hakan - The Pottery Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 115 reviews
Pottery workshop
Reviewed By tatianarU8847GH - Antalya, Turkey
Hakan - the owner - is sooo pleasant and nice, big professional in pottery and ceramics. Was such a hospitable, cool atmosphere in the shop with music, tea and coffee. He provided us real workshop of pottering for free! Thank you for amazing experience and nice presents ????
5. Pasabag
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,013 reviews
Reviewed By msa23_2000 - Chino Hills, United States
This is brilliant. Spend about 45 minutes walk around and take great pictures. It was an unbelievable landscape. Beautiful and breathtaking.
6. Pigeon Valley
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4.5 based on 2,232 reviews
Reviewed By travelingwithtw0kids - Ankara, Turkey
Very beautiful walk. Amazing surroundings. The signs should get some maintenance though. Many disappeared so sometimes we had difficulties finding our way.
7. Devrent Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
Known as "Imagination Valley", this region contains rock formations that look almost like sculptures.
Reviewed By jolinpl
Most visit place if you are in Cappadocia . Try the Turkish pistachio ice cream for about 10 liras . Best ice- cream ever.
8. Fairy Chimneys
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,989 reviews
Reviewed By claudiast - Rockville, United States
This rock formations that were formed through centuries of volcanic activity offer the most amazing shapes snd there is even a church in the caves. Amazing experience
9. Pancarlik Valley
10. Gulludere Vadisi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,563 reviews
Reviewed By Anonymous06092001 - Hong Kong, China
Plan ahead if you want to watch sunset 1. Magnificent valley with unique tower shaped rocks. 2. The weather in Cappadocia in winter is pretty unstable as it often rains and snow. 3. Make sure to check the weather forecast before planning to see the sunset there. 4. Great view with cool rocks. It’s worth a go if ur in Cappadocia.
