This tall volcanic-rock outcrop and the tallest fairy chimney (1.350 m above sea level) is one of Cappadocia's most prominent landmarks and visible for miles around. Riddled with tunnels, it was used for centuries by villagers as a place of refuge when enemy armies overtook the surrounding plains. Climbing through its mazy core to the panoramic vantage point of its peak is a sublime way to watch the sun set over the rock valleys of the Cappadocian countryside - everything from the fantastic hues of red on Mt. Erciyes to the Hasan Mountains, from Pigeon Valley to Avanos, from the Ortahisar castle to the town of Göreme

Zelve Valley is known as the longest used settlement in the Cappadocia region. This valley is also the oldest settlement in the region. It is said that Christianity first started to spread here in the region. There are many monasteries, churches and settlements here. After the Christian era, Zelve Valley was used as a village until the 1950s.

mushroom shaped fairy chımneys monks vallry In ancient times, monks used to retreat in this valley, so another name of the valley is Monks Valley, and when you visit you will see that the monks are extremely right to do this. Because from the moment you step into this valley, you will definitely not be able to say no to the peace that covers you and the silence that beckons you.

Animals shaped fairy chımneys imagination valley

avanos (pottery town( you will see the making of pottery and visit poterymuseum

This valley, which is one of the must-see places in Cappadocia, has a length of 4900 meters. The vineyards and fruit trees in the valley, which fascinates every visitor with its impressive fairy chimneys