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The renovation process of Roc of Cappadocia Hotels started in 2013. It was a farmer & family home of the owner of the field. Mrs.Fatma is the founder of Roc of Cappadocia Hotel and the first woman entrepreneur in Cappadocia.

Civilizations that lived in Cappadocia

Civilizations that lived in Cappadocia

Civilizations that lived in Cappadocia


Cappadocia is a region that has been home to many civilizations throughout its history. The first permanent settlements were thought to have been made by the Urartians. One of the oldest historical remains of Cappadocia is the ancient Cuneiform Tablets from the ancient city of Hattusa.

The Hittites who came to the region later left the ruins of the ancient settlements of Azatli, Hattusa and Yazılıkaya in the region. Important artifacts of Cappadocia's history include the ruins of Hittite cities, historical tombs from the Persians in Avanos, the Roman baths in Kayseri and many historical churches.

Throughout its history, Cappadocia has been home to many civilizations such as the Persians, Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans. The region was a place where many churches were built during the Roman Empire. Cappadocia is also a place where Islamic culture and civilization flourished with the arrival of Muslims.
 

Urartian Period in Cappadocia


The Urartu Kingdom ruled northwestern Mesopotamia, eastern Anatolia and the Caucasus Mountains between the 13th and 9th centuries BC. Cappadocia was within the borders of the Urartian Kingdom. Important structures from the Urartian period were built in Cappadocia.

The Urartian Kingdom developed defense structures and water channels throughout its history. In Cappadocia, walls and castles were built during the Urartu Kingdom. The fortifications were used to protect against enemy attacks. The Urartians also took control of the rivers and streams in the region and built irrigation canals. In this way, abundant crops were grown.

During the Urartian Kingdom, Cappadocia became a region where trade routes intersected. One of the ruins of the Urartian Kingdom in Cappadocia is the historical settlement of Kültepe in Kayseri province. Kültepe was a region enriched by the Urartians and was a center of trade.
Cappadocia was also a commercially important region during the Urartian Kingdom. The Urartians developed agriculture and trade activities by keeping the rivers in the region under control. Ruins and artifacts from the Urartian period can still be seen in the region.

 

Persian Period in Cappadocia

Cappadocia was an important region when it was under the control of the Persian Empire. The Persians used the trade routes in the region to increase their presence in Cappadocia. Located on the Silk Road, Cappadocia helped the Persian Empire establish a trade and cultural link between East and West.

During the Persian period, many structures were built in the Cappadocia region. The rock-cut houses and churches of Cappadocia were put into use by the Persians. In addition, the Persians created a system of water canals to manage the waters in the region and developed agriculture. This made Cappadocia a fertile land during the Persian Empire.

The Persians invested in many construction projects to create political and cultural unity in Cappadocia. One of the remains of the Persian period is the Persian Rock Tombs near the village of Değirmentepe in Kayseri province. These rock tombs were carved by the Persians and have very interesting designs. The Persian Empire made Cappadocia an important region in terms of trade, agriculture, culture and politics. Many structures were built in the region and traces of Persian culture can still be seen in the region.
 

Roman Period in Cappadocia

Cappadocia entered an important phase when the Roman Empire conquered the region in 17 AD. As a result of the Roman Empire's wars against the Eastern kings who dominated Cappadocia, the region came under the control of the Roman Empire.

Cappadocia became a military border region during the Roman Empire. Many of the churches in the region were built during the Roman period and are famous for their interesting designs and murals. Also, during the Roman Empire, the rock-cut houses, churches and monasteries of Cappadocia became suitable places for high priests to live. During the Roman Empire, Cappadocia also played a major role in the development of the Christian religion.

Cappadocia was also important as a region where trade routes intersected during the Roman Empire. As part of the Silk Road, Cappadocia became an important trade center between Persian and Chinese merchants.

Important ruins from the Roman Empire period in Cappadocia include the Gevher Nesibe Medical Madrasah in Kayseri, Temenni Hill in Ürgüp and Zelve Valley. The Roman Empire period was an important period in the history of Cappadocia in political, cultural, religious and commercial terms. Structures such as churches, houses and monasteries were built during the Roman Empire. Remains of the Roman period can still be seen in the region.

 

Cappadocia Ottoman Empire Period 

The Ottoman Empire conquered Cappadocia in the late 15th century. Cappadocia also played an important role as a trade and cultural center during the Ottoman Empire. During the Ottoman Empire, many buildings were constructed in Cappadocia. The Ottoman Empire built defensive castles, mosques and madrasas in Cappadocia. Especially in large cities such as Kayseri and Niğde, mosques, madrasahs and baths influenced by Ottoman architecture were built.

During the Ottoman Empire, Cappadocia remained an important center of trade. The Ottoman Empire integrated Cappadocia into the Silk Road and increased the volume of trade in the region. Cappadocia remained a center of trade and culture until the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire.

Notable structures built in Cappadocia during the Ottoman Empire include the Ali Kuşçu Mosque in Kayseri, the Hacı Şeref Mosque and madrasas, the Alaaddin Mosque in Niğde and the Gümüşler Monastery.

The Ottoman Empire had a significant cultural and civilizational accumulation in the Cappadocia region. Cappadocia under Ottoman rule contributed to the development of regional history, culture and tourism. Cappadocia under the Ottoman Empire is recognized as an important commercial, cultural and touristic stage. Many historical buildings from the Ottoman Empire period can still be seen in the region.

Cappadocia Republic Period

Cappadocia has made great progress in terms of tourism during the Republic of Turkey. The region has become a destination that attracts tourists worldwide. The Republic of Turkey used Cappadocia as a tourist center while preserving its historical and cultural values. Cappadocia has become one of the most important tourism centers in Turkey.

Cappadocia also became an important cultural and artistic center during the Republic of Turkey. The cultural and artistic activities of the Republic of Turkey contributed to the preservation of historical and cultural values in Cappadocia. Cappadocia has hosted many cultural and artistic events throughout the Republic of Turkey period.
Cappadocia is one of the most important regions of the Republic of Turkey in terms of history, culture and tourism. Underground cities, fairy chimneys, historical churches and museums in the region are visited with interest by tourists. Moreover, Cappadocia's reputation for hot air balloons can also be attributed to tourism activities in the Republic of Turkey.

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