Pasabag, Cappadocia
Want to be in a wonderland made of rocks and built by fairies? Do you think there are no such things?
In Pasabag, you will be a believer.
Formally known as Monk Valley, Pasabag Valley is just a few kilometers outside of Göreme. Pasabag translates to Pasha's (General) Vineyard.
The valley is home to the mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys, which were called as such because Cappadocia’s early inhabitants believed there were fairies who lived underground and used the rock formations as chimneys.
They’re one of the wonders in the world that have yet to be explained by science and which magical background seems to suffice. How else did those cone-shaped rocks get to the top, anyway?
There are cave dwellings and chapels in the fairy chimneys, giving you plenty to discover during your tour.
One of the most prominent is the St. Simeon (Simon) chapel and hermit's shelter that is built into a chimney with triple conical-shaped rock caps. The chapel has three levels.
Tourists are allowed to spend 30 to 45 minutes in Pasabag to explore the grounds and take pictures. Considering its proximity to Göreme and Urgup, visiting the valley is best combined with other tours.
Contact La Vacanza today for tour options that you can choose from.