City: Cappadocia
Top Things to do in Cappadocia
5 Caverns & Caves in Cappadocia That You Shouldn't Miss
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. Derinkuyu Yeralti Sehri
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,188 reviews
At one time up to 20,000 people lived in this underground city carved 18 storeys deep into the Cappadocia earth. Today, 8 floors of rooms, tunnels and passageways are open for public viewing.
Reviewed By 596aarong - Los Angeles, United States
If you want a unique experience, then any of Cappadocia's underground cities will fill the bill. The fact that Derinkuyu exists at all is amazing. I highly recommend it... just watch your head, as many of the passageways are so small you have to bend over in half to get through. Not for the claustrophobic or faint of heart.
2. Uchisar Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,662 reviews
Reviewed By esat_dursun - Nevsehir, Turkey
Quite pretty view and visit for the Unique landscape... And old Castle to defense the city for sudden attacks. The museum entrance fee is quite cheap and provided at the entrance ticket sale office..
3. Cappadocia Cave Dwellings
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4.5 based on 1,077 reviews
Reviewed By ekalideen - Johannesburg, South Africa
Beautiful and amazing sight to behold! We will definitely be back with our family. We spoke to many of the young kids who were there on an excursion and they had so much info and fun insights on Turkish culture.
4. Selime Monastery
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4.5 based on 386 reviews
Reviewed By RichardK938 - West Palm Beach, United States
This caravanserai is carved into the fairy chimneys and includes a monastery, winery, chapel, cathedral and everything else you need if you are in a caravan running the silk road.
