October 2012
Cappadocia
Goreme & Urgup
Land of the Fairy Chimneys
Cappadocia was inhabited as early as the 6th century BC. The fairy chimneys (hoodoos), volcanic pillars, were carved into homes and churches.
Craftsmen and Artists
Taking the time to visit and chat with local merchants revealed impressive talents and the joy they get from their art.
The lock shop owner not only collected old locks but he fixed the broken locks by crafting the parts himself. He particularly loved the complex locks that had more than one "secret" key to open them.
This merchant took the time to teach a little Turkish history while talking about the old and new artifacts in his shop. He played a few minutes of the saz on my first visit and then, on a second visit, he treated me to a private concert... soon his wife joined him and played on.
Balloons over Cappadocia!
Sunrise - wonderful experience. The balloons filled with a lot of bravado, but once ready, the balloon lifted noiselessly and floated up and away.
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