Top 5 Geologic Formations in Cappadocia, Turkey

July 29, 2021 Oliva Fomby

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. Pasabag

Urgup Turkey
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4.5 based on 1,013 reviews

Pasabag

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.

2. Fairy Chimneys

Goreme Turkey
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76%
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4.5 based on 1,989 reviews

Fairy Chimneys

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

3. Zemi Valley

Goreme 50180 Turkey http://wowturkey.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=37668
Excellent
65%
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4.5 based on 587 reviews

Zemi Valley

Reviewed By Marcotravelingaround

Great valley to hike. It takes around 4 kilometres to walk by the fairy chimneys and reach the beginning of Pigeon Valley.

4. Love Valley

Goreme 50180 Turkey
Excellent
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4.5 based on 609 reviews

Love Valley

Reviewed By claudiast - Rockville, United States

The view from this valley shows an amazing panoramic of all Cappadoccia and you can see the cave dwellings and the rock formations from another perspective

5. Peri Bacalari

Avanos 1, Avanos Turkey http://www.altinyazi.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 224 reviews

Peri Bacalari

Reviewed By M8764KWtonyh - South Wales, United Kingdom

The Fairy Chimneys in Avanos, Cappadocia is an awesome site to see.. Great walking trails with paths that take you high on to platos that allow you to be above the structures and take wonderful 360 degree pictures.. This place is a must when visiting Cappadocia.

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