Friday 29 March 2013

Turkish Gardens

Turkey is one of the most distinct and diverse countries I've ever visited. It lies mostly in Asia, with Istanbul lying mostly in the nook of Europe. On my last visit, I took a short trip to Cappadocia and was completely blown away by its unique beauty. Located in the heart of ancient Anatolia, this World Heritage Site is basically a series of eroded caves that have become a world wonder. Over centuries geological formations (and a nearby volcano) have shaped the unique caves that remain partially inhabited to this day. It is a major tourist attraction in central Turkey and it's not difficult to see why. 

Moreover, the area was rumored to have been scouted for Tatooine, the native home of Anakin Skywalker, in one of George Lucas's Star Wars films. In the end it wasn't chosen, but anyone can see that Cappadocia would have been the better choice. The region is approximately 400km wide and 250km long so if you ever get a chance to visit Cappadocia make sure to spend at least one night in one of the many nearby hotels as there is simply too much to absorb in simply one afternoon. It's a geological wonder coupled with natural landscape and I don't think it gets more magnificent that that.

To read about this World Heritage Site: Cappadocia or watch some short videos: Watch me
(There is also a completely unprofessional short video made by yours truly below)

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