Cappadocia, Land of Caves: A surreal landscape with molded ...

Beginning in about the sixth century, Christian monasteries utilized the many caves in the area for communal living and built churches that include frescos and ornate paintings. Nothing is handicapped accessible here, ... It is possible to visit a cave that was home to a family for four generations before the government made it part of the park. Now it is a hotel and restaurant, open to visitors. The family still operates it and invites people to tour, have tea, and chat. ...