Cappadocia forms a rough triangle, southeast of Ankara,
between Nevsehir, Kayseri and Nigde, with the town of
Urgup at the center. It makes a good base from which to
explore the monastic villages; and also offers the best
shopping in the region. The story of Cappadocia begins
well over 10 million years ago, when the three most dominant
peaks were active volcanoes. Subsequent eruptions dumped
layers of mud, ash and lava on the area. Rain, snow and
wind created a fantasy-land of rock formations, most of
which resemble chimneys, cones, needles, pillars or pyramids,
and often capped by perfectly balanced, gigantic slabs
of rock. The earthquakes added vast valleys and oxidation
to give the area the final artistic touch: rocks 'painted'
yellow, pink, red, russet and gray-violet. Also well worth
a visit are the frescoed Christian churches and the rock-cut
underground cities.
To find out more information about the Cappadocia region or to get details about tours in the area contact us at: info@adelphiatravel.com |
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