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With our fourth stage of Turkey Journey, we explored the cities of Ankara, Kırıkkale, Çorum, Yozgat, Sivas, Kayseri, Nevşehir, Kırşehir, Aksaray and Konya.
Nevşehir · UNESCO World Heritage
Formed millions of years ago by volcanic eruptions and shaped by erosion, the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia make it a one-of-a-kind geography in the world. We had a magical experience with the underground cities of Derinkuyu and Kaymaklı, the Göreme Open Air Museum and hot air balloons adorning the sky at sunrise.
Konya · Spiritual Centre
This museum, housing the tomb of the great Sufi mystic Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi who lived in Konya in the 13th century, is one of the most visited museums in the world with millions of visitors each year. Its iconic green dome, manuscripts and profound spiritual atmosphere offer visitors a deeply peaceful experience.
Ankara · National Monument
Anıtkabir, the final resting place of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of the Republic of Turkey, was built between 1944 and 1953. With its guard-changing ceremony, the 128-metre Lion's Road and its museum, it fills every visitor with deep respect and pride.
Aksaray · Natural Wonder
Turkey's second largest lake, Tuz Gölü, presents a sea of white stretching as far as the eye can see especially in summer when the water recedes and a layer of pure salt is revealed. The pink tableaux formed by flamingos add a separate beauty to this lake, which supplies a large portion of Turkey's salt needs.
An unforgettable journey starting from Ankara covering Kırıkkale, Çorum, Yozgat, Sivas, Kayseri, Nevşehir, Kırşehir, Aksaray and Konya.
We began our Central Anatolia journey from the capital Ankara. First we visited Anıtkabir and bowed in respect before Atatürk. We then climbed the walls of Ankara Castle and watched the city's panoramic view. In the afternoon at the Museum of Anatolian Civilisations we examined rare artefacts from the Hittite, Phrygian and Urartu periods.
We walked on the magnificent whiteness of Salt Lake (Tuz Gölü), Turkey's second largest lake. We took off our shoes on the salt and felt that unique texture. The reflections created by sunlight among the salt crystals on the flat plain offered incredible photographs.
We plunged into Cappadocia's magical world. Early in the morning we boarded a hot air balloon; watching the sunrise over the fairy chimneys was an indescribable experience. We examined rock churches and historic frescoes at the Göreme Open Air Museum. We marvelled at the panoramic view of the valleys from Uçhisar Castle. We conducted an exciting exploration in the underground labyrinths of Kaymaklı Underground City.
On our last day we visited the spiritual city of Konya. At the Mevlana Tomb and Museum we respectfully paused in the presence of the great mystic and examined his historic artefacts. We then prayed at Alaeddin Mosque, a Seljuk-era masterpiece. We ended the day at the Karatay Museum's tile collection.
