Things to Know Before Visiting Cappadocia

Cappadocia is a historical fairy town in the heart of Turkey’s legendary Anatolia region. The unique moonlike landscapes of Cappadocia, formed by volcanic eruptions, cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Millions of years of lava and ash in the sky collided with nature, resulting in some of the most intriguing landforms on the planet. Cappadocia is known for its bizarre rock formations, magnificent underground cities, windswept fairy chimneys, rock castles, winding valleys, ancient cave dwellings, and, lately, dozens of hot air balloons that take to the skies every morning at sunrise.

With hundreds of thousands of local and foreign tourists each year, the little fairytale town is undoubtedly the most loved tourist destination in Turkey. The attention, however, is justified. This is one of those rare instances where a place is better than it appears on social media. Cappadocia is a spectacularly beautiful, mystical, and magical place on Earth, and you must see it for yourself to understand how dreamy it is. If you’re thinking about traveling to Turkey’s most beautiful region, keep reading. Here are 15 things you should know before visiting Cappadocia to help you plan your trip.

1). Cappadocia Is Far Away from the Rest of your Turkey Trip

Adding Cappadocia to your itinerary may seem obvious if you are traveling in Turkey. However, keep in mind that it is not close to other popular destinations such as Izmir, Antalya, Istanbul, Bodrum, and the Roman ruins of Ephesus. Cappadocia is located in central Turkey, far from any of them. So, if you want to visit Cappadocia, you’ll need to go out of your way.

2). Pick the Right Season

Cappadocia is worth visiting at any time of year. The shoulder seasons, from April to June and September to October, are unquestionably the best times to visit Cappadocia. The weather is cooler and the region is less crowded, which makes life much easier. It is not recommended to visit Cappadocia in July or August. These are the months with the highest temperatures and the most tourists. Because most activities take place outside, the hot weather makes things uncomfortable and challenging. On the flip side, the best season for balloon rides is summer. 

 you can tolerate the lower temperatures, winter can be a fantastic time to visit Cappadocia. It is bitterly cold, but seeing the region with its snow-covered landscape is an entirely different experience. However, due to unpredictable weather and frequent snowfalls,…