The first thing anyone will tell you to do in Cappadocia, Turkey, is to hop on a hot air balloon ride. And you should definitely do that. However, once you get your feet back on the ground, don’t miss out on several other tourist attractions this region has to offer. Here are some of them below.
Kaymakli Underground City
Kaymakli Underground City is an underground complex consisting of eight levels, including rooms, hallways, and storage spaces. Phrygians built the city’s foundations in the 8th century B.C. before the early Christians expanded it during Arab–Byzantine wars.
Goreme Open Air Museum
Goreme Open Air Museum is one of those attractions that leave you speechless. The site is actually a collection of various worship buildings carved into the region’s rock formations and decorated with frescoes.
Rose Valley
Cappadocia is full of breathtaking views, but if you want to enjoy the most spectacular ones, head to Rose Valley. The place is best known for its intriguing rose rocks that change shades and intensity depending on the weather conditions.
Ihlara Valley
Ihlara Valley is the perfect spot if you are looking to do some hiking while enjoying nature. Besides great trails and surrounding greens, the place offers numerous points of interest, including churches and other rock-cut buildings.