Cappadocia is a region where nature and history harmoniously intertwine. While geographical events have sculpted the fairy chimneys, over time, people have carved homes and churches into these formations, adorning them with frescoes that convey traces of ancient civilizations to the present day. The region’s human habitation dates back to the Paleolithic era. Once home to the Hittites, it later became one of the most important centers of Christianity. The rock-carved houses and churches transformed the area into a vast refuge for Christians fleeing Roman persecution.
Cappadocia emerged around 60 million years ago through the erosion of soft layers of lava and ash from Mount Erciyes, Mount Hasan, and Mount Güllü by rain and wind over millions of years. The region spans across the provinces of Nevşehir, Kırşehir, Niğde, Aksaray, and Kayseri. Throughout history, Cappadocia has hosted trade colonies and established a commercial and social bridge between countries, serving as one of the key junctions of the Silk Road.
