Cappadocia Collection (page 9)

Pre-Persian, circa 600 B. C. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Pre-Persian, circa 600 B.C. c1915. Map of the eastern Mediterranean and near East, showing the ancient civilisations of empires of Lydia, Media, Babylonia, Independent States, and free Greek cities

Rome v. Parthia, circa 50 B. C. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Rome v. Parthia, circa 50 B.C. c1915. Map of the eastern Mediterranean and Near East, showing the ancient empires of Rome, Parthia, Armenia, and Protected and Independent States

Persian, circa 500 B. C. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Persian, circa 500 B.C. c1915. Map of the eastern Mediterranean and Near East, showing the ancient Persian empire and Independent States

Post-Persian, circa 188 B. C. c1915. Creator: Emery Walker Ltd
Post-Persian, circa 188 B.C. c1915. Map of the eastern Mediterranean and Near East, showing the ancient empires of Pergamum, Seleucid, Free Greek States, Gauls, Ptolemy, and Independent States

A young girl and her doll and trinket souvenir stall, Goreme
A young girl waits patiently for customers beside her doll and trinket souvenir stall, Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey Date: 1992

Poultry and old horse cart outside stone farm barn, Uchisar
Poultry and an old horse cart outside stone farm barn, Uchisar, Cappadocia, Turkey Date: 2005

A Turkish family dash along a dusty track in a wooden cart
Seen from above, a Turkish family including grandparents and children dash along a dusty track in a wooden pony cart. The man driving the cart waves to the camera. Cappadocia, Turkey Date: 1992

Sleeping old man on doorstep, Turkey
An old Turkish man in cloth cap snoozes on a doorstep in Avenos, Turkey Date: circa 1984

Caesarea, in Cappadocia, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Caesarea, in Cappadocia, 1890. Kayseri in Central Anatolia, Turkey, was destroyed by Sassanid king Shapur I after victory over Emperor Valerian I in AD 260 but gradually recovered

Hot air balloon over houses carved into rock formations, Uchisar, Cappadocia, Turkey

Houses carved into rock formation in Goreme at sunset, Cappadocia, Turkey

Rock formation and village in Goreme at sunset, Cappadocia (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Turkey

Rock formation in Goreme at sunset, Cappadocia (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Turkey

Houses and churches carved into the rock formations, Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Fairy chimney rock formation in Goreme at sunset, Cappadocia (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Turkey

Houses carved into the rock formations in the valley, Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Tourist watching rock formations in the valley, Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Mural inside Karanlik Kilise (Dark Church, UNESCO World Heritage Site), Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey

Rock formations in the valley, Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Houses carved into rock formation, Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey

Houses and churches carved into rock formation, Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey

Rock pillars in Cappadocia, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Turkey

Whirling dervishes dancing, Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey

Aerial view of layers of mountains, Cappadocia, Turkey

Pinnacles, also known as fairy chimneys or hoodoo, Love Valley. Goreme National Park and the Rock Sites of Cappadocia UNESCO World Heritage Site. Turkey. December 2006

St. Basil the Great, illustration from The Asketikon, 1594 (woodcut)
3124017 St. Basil the Great, illustration from The Asketikon, 1594 (woodcut) by Mstislavets, Pyotr (fl.1564-1577); Private Collection; (add.info.: Basil of Caesarea)

Turkey, Central Anatolia, Nevsehir Province, Uchisar, colorful, glass mosaic lamps

Turkey, Anatolia, Cappadocia, Goreme. Hot air balloons flying above / among rock formations
Turkey, Anatolia, Cappadocia, Goreme. Hot air balloons flying above/among rock formations and field landscapes in the Red Valley, Goreme National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Saints Peter and Dorothy, c1505, (1909). Painting held at The National Gallery, London. From The National Gallery, Vol. One [T. C. & E. C. Jack, London and Edinburgh, 1909]

Sunset view over Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey

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Discover the enchanting land of Cappadocia, nestled in the heart of Central Anatolia, Turkey. With its breathtaking landscapes and unique rock formations, this region is a true wonder to behold. Embark on a hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia and witness the mesmerizing sight of phallic pillars known as fairy chimneys rising from the valley floor. As you soar above Love Valley near Goreme, be captivated by the ethereal beauty that surrounds you. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this ancient land. Explore Nevsehir Province and uncover hidden treasures dating back centuries. Marvel at Goreme's volcanic tufa rock formations, remnants of an extraordinary geological past. Encounter wild horses roaming freely across Cappadocia's vast plains, adding an element of untamed beauty to this already magical place. Witness their gracefulness as they gallop through open fields against a backdrop of stunning natural scenery. As dawn breaks over Cappadocia, experience a truly unforgettable moment as hot air balloons fill the sky with vibrant colors. Let your spirit soar alongside these majestic vessels as they glide gracefully above the landscape. Delve into underground wonders where Whirling Dervishes dance in mystical rituals deep beneath town and castle ruins. Feel their spiritual energy reverberate through every fiber of your being as you witness this sacred tradition unfold before your eyes. Cappadocia is more than just a destination; it is an otherworldly experience that will leave an indelible mark on your soul. Allow yourself to be swept away by its charm and immerse yourself in its timeless allure – for here lies a world like no other.