The Salt Lake(Tuz Gölü), also called Tatta in antiquity, is a closed-end lake surrounded by plateaus. he sources that feed the lake are insufficient, the river Melendiz (Aksaray) and river Pecenekozu (Sereflikochisar). In summer, because of evaporation, the lake dries into a layer of salt of about 30 centimeters, covering the mud. In winter…

The Kapuzbaşı Waterfalls in Aladağlar National Park 156 km (97 miles) south of Ürgüp and east of Niğde (map), are among Turkey's most unusual: the seven waterfalls spurt right from a solid-rock cliff face. It's striking: a crease in the vertical cliff face. Above it, dry rock. Below it, a cascade of chill white water. Over the ages, the water found its way through…

Cappadocia, known as the "Land of Beautiful Horses" is the ideal place to explore on horseback. Horses have held a distinctive place in Cappadocia history for thousands of years and the unique landscapes around Goreme are perfect for exploring on a native Anatolian or Arabic horse – with a real Turkish cowboy!  The 2 hour ride is 45 Euro per person.…