Ihlara Valley Cappadocia

, Ihlara Cappadocia , Turkey
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    Ancient ruins, Religious site, Valley

TravelPod Member ReviewsIhlara Valley Cappadocia

  • An easy hike through a lovely valley

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    mmbcross 1 contribution Miami Springs, United States Oct 4, 2011

    Part of a day tour, after a drive over the arid high Anatolian steppe we arrive at a green valley that suddenly appears to our left. The entry to the Ihlara Valley/Gorge is by way of 360 steps from the rim of the plateau to the floor of the valley.

    We visit the curious Agaçalti underground church, then continue on a lovely 4 km (2 and a half miles) walk along beside the Melediz River. Half way down we see wonen digging up and sacking poatoes. Where are the men? Probably resting at the local coffee shop. At the end of the hike is an attractive riverside restaurant. This is our lunch stop and we are given a choice of several menu items. I request the grilled whole fish, which is excellent. In spite of the restaurant being crowded, the service is fast and with a few Efes under our belts, it makes for a very pleasant respite.

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Travel Blogs by Travelers Who Visited this Attraction Ihlara Valley Cappadocia

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    Chapter Eleven - A Day in Cappadocia

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    In spite of a lovely quiet night in our cozy cave, we are up bright and early. Imagine my surprise as a huge blue and white balloon advertizing our favourite beverage drifts past my eyes. I ascend to the breakfast room on a terrace above our hotel and view the early morning panorama of Göreme with a multitude of colourful hot-air balloons …

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