Today was a full day tour to the underground city. We drove an hour to the site and the toured the first eight levels down to 125 feet. There are thirty levels more below. The site was 2,000 years old and a hideout for Hitites and Christians from marauding Hund, Romans, and other invaders. From there we visited the Ihlara Valley, Ainu Grand Canyon and the worlds second longest natural canyon. Descending 500 feet to the floor we followed a swiftly running river for about five miles. The rock formations and cave dwelling were stunning.
Lunch was included at a quaint restaurant alongside the river were I enjoyed fresh trout. Yum! Next up was the monastery at Semili, location for the original Star Wars Mewok Village. It was an arduous climb to view massive rooms carved out of solid rock. A drive back to Goreme ended out day. Tonight I have to scout for firewood and water (my assigned daily chore) before we head out tomorrow morning. We'll be bush camping for the next few days. Stay tuned and enjoy these photos.
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