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There are few places in the world like Cappadocia in central Turkey . A fairytale landscape of volcanic rock sculpted by time and the elements into a geological dance of rock spires and needles, between which apple, apricot, and mulberry trees flourish in fertile valleys.

Perched at 1300 meters, the ancient village of Uçhisar dominates this breathtaking scenery and potent history.
Captivated by this beauty, a French architect, Jacques Avizou, has spent the better part of fifteen years renovating the magnificent cave dwellings in the oldest part of the village. These long forgotten homes, with their vaulted rooms and stone terraces, have come back to life as a stunning boutique hotel with self-catering accommodations and self-catering houses or studios.

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