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  • Ebru S
    9 contributions
    Wonderful romantic vacation

    In July 2023, my partner and I had an incredible adventure to Gorema National Park. We were excited to explore this unique place in Turkey. For our stay, we chose Harkasos Cave Hotel, a cozy and charming place nestled in the rocks.

    During our visit to Gorema National Park, we discovered fascinating caves and rock formations. The landscape was like something out of a fairy tale, with hot air balloons painting the sky. Harkasos Cave Hotel, where we stayed, was like a magical cave hideaway. The rooms were comfortable, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming.

    Each day was filled with new adventures. We explored ancient sites and enjoyed delicious local cuisine. In the evenings, we relaxed at the hotel, gazing at the stars above the unique cave surroundings.

    Our trip was extra special, with warm weather and breathtaking views. We left Gorema National Park feeling grateful for the beautiful experiences and the cozy retreat of Harkasos Cave Hotel. It was a romantic and unforgettable journey that we'll cherish forever!
    Review of: Goreme National Park
    Written December 2, 2023
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  • Wassila B
    Vacoas26 contributions
    Great experience
    Amazing landscape and historical place. You get to see how people used to live. The views are just worth the visit.
    Review of: Goreme Open-Air Museum
    Written December 3, 2023
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  • TravellingCarolH
    Spearfish, SD197 contributions
    Great views with awesome backdrops for photos. Quick or long stop… your choice with a few shops. Hike!
    You just need a quick stop or you can stay a long time and hike or grab lunch and shop and the few shops they have. Great views with lovely photo ops. Several trees with evil eyes tied on them making great back drops. Across street is a nice quaint place for a beer or coffee and lunch. A shop with nuts and dried fruits next door. Typical overpriced souvenirs right there.
    Review of: Pigeon Valley
    Written November 9, 2023
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  • charlie_lindsell
    London, UK20 contributions
    Zemi Valley
    Lovely but strenuous walk. Three quarters of the way up we mistakenly took a right turn which lead to the farmed areas not the trail so we had to turn back and retrace our steps for about 15 minutes.
    After 3 hours reached the top and managed to hitch hike to the next junction. From there we hailed a passing taxi to get back to Goreme.
    Review of: Zemi Valley
    Written April 11, 2023
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  • Hollie
    Greater London, UK245 contributions
    Beautiful view point
    We visited this view point for sunset one evening, we actually drove up here but you can also walk. Whatever mode you choose, it costs 10TL per person. The view is so beautiful and I think whether you came at sunrise, during the day or sunset depending what you want to see - the view will be amazing as you can see over the whole of Gerome town.
    Review of: Sunset Point
    Written September 18, 2023
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  • Wombling_Free_7548
    Bristol, UK2,079 contributions
    Fantastic
    You have to pay an extra 100TL but it is absolutely worth it to see these frescos. They are well preserved and vivid in colour. No photos allowed.
    Review of: Karanlik Kilise
    Written May 11, 2023
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  • doctorfoxtrot
    Taguig City, Philippines8,094 contributions
    Use your imagination
    Great rock formations. Part of our Cappadocia tour. Good for stop over and photo ops. Just use your imagination for certain camel like images.
    Review of: Camel Rock
    Written February 16, 2023
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  • Wombling_Free_7548
    Bristol, UK2,079 contributions
    Vivid blue paintings
    Gorgeous church with very vivid blue paintings inside. On the hill on the way up to the entrance to the Goreme open air museum. No photos allowed.
    Review of: Tokalı Church
    Written May 11, 2023
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  • Geoff H
    Sissinghurst, UK12,604 contributions
    Awesome views which are all free
    Although the Red Valley offers some fantastic views, the road from Goreme to Uchisar Castle offers equally spectacular views over a volcanic plain with hills, villages and rocky outcrops (some of which were made into living accommodation). Pull over where you can and enjoy the awesome views; it's all free. As good as it is during the day, it becomes even more magnificent at when the sun sets.
    Review of: Goreme Panorama
    Written November 2, 2023
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  • Casinoroyale72
    Dallas, TX74 contributions
    Nice UNESCO church with a dirty older man as the key holder.
    Serious safety incident
    Nice UNESCO church and a bit of a walk from the main road. I was there solo at the same time as two other young women. Gatekeeper came out of ticket office, asked for 20TL each and opened the door. He asked me where I was from (US) and then proceeded to flirt asking why I don’t speak Turkish, etc.. he did make an effort to tell us who some of the figures were while having his arm around my waist and rubbing my back. At one point, I’m pretty sure he rubbed his penis against me. He told me no photos as I pulled out my phone. He told me to go left as I was leaving (exit is to the right). I didn’t see anything so walked on along with the other two girls. He yelled to me down the street to come back. Unfortunately I did. He told me to come back in and said I was able to take pics but only me. Then I was heavily pressured to go into his house for tea. As I left and walked away from him,, he followed me down the stairs asking about my plans for the next day and told me he would have the key to The Hidden Church tomorrow and that he wanted to show this to me and only me. It took a lot to get away from this guy. Very inappropriate. Solo women should unfortunately watch out when visiting.
    Review of: El Nazar Kilise
    Written September 25, 2022
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  • _victor_imbuzan
    Timisoara, Romania38 contributions
    Most impressive cave church in Cappadocia
    Quite unassuming cave from outside, seems like all the other nearby caves that are spread around Cappadocia, but really amazing inside. Huge main chamber, with columns and arched ceiling.
    Review of: Kolonlu Kilise
    Written December 10, 2018
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  • JenD_17
    Cape Town, South Africa129 contributions
    Well preserved but off -the-beaten-track & stray dogs saddened me
    The Caravanserai itself is really majestic and amazingly well-preserved for its age. The carvings in the stone are lovely. It is worth a visit if you have the chance as you can really spend some time thinking about the history of this place. It is a bit off-the-beaten-track.
    The village is very small and clearly impoverished so your visit could help to bring much-needed money to them.

    Trigger warning for animal lovers: As with most places in Turkey, there were stray dogs to greet us, sadly not in good shape.
    Review of: Agzikarahan Hani
    Written January 10, 2020
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  • See the world with Daph
    Santorini, Greece475 contributions
    Aynalı Church experience
    Shortly before the last, frighteningly steep, descent to the open air museum, there is a sign indicating a rather nice though plain church: the Aynalı church. . Apart from the church there are several other rooms that one can reach climbing through the rocks. It is named Symmetrical Church on some sites, ayna meaning mirror as in my dictionary it is translated as "paneled", and the front has noticeable panels (though they are not unique to this church).
    Review of: Aynali Kilise
    Written October 25, 2020
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  • Andrew G
    Sunderland, UK40 contributions
    Beautiful views but don't pay, it's a scam
    Great place to enjoy the sunrise. It can get busy but there's plenty of opportunities for great pictures.
    A few tips, firstly don't pay, you don't have to, it's a public road and not a private attraction. Just walk past the booth, the guy chased after us saying to pay and blocked my way for a few seconds, just keep walking and say no, he'll soon scamper back to his booth in fear of missing others to rip off. No one will ask to see your "ticket" at any point so don't worry.
    From the other side of town it's a bit of a down then up walk, so leave early to make sure you aren't rushed as it gets quite steep.
    The balloons will set off about 30-45 mins before sunrise so if you want to see them all taking off get there earlier.
    Some only stay up for a short period so for the best shots get there just after sunrise as some land about 30 minutes after.
    Take your time walking around the top, if you venture to some of the outcrops it can be quite dicey with your footing as it's sandy and narrow in parts.
    Review of: Sunrise Point
    Written September 16, 2022
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  • Mandar P
    Pune, India157 contributions
    Bit off bit
    Bit away from main road,you have to find the way from main road and it is a uphill task from Goreme open air museum.
    The wall painting on this church are still there so if like this kind of stuff then sure visit this place.
    Review of: Sakli Kilise
    Written June 12, 2018
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