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The triangularly shaped region in the midst of the country, is the Central Anatolian Region; the heart of Türkiye. A
different world in this distinct country is this wide plateau with all its extraordinary motifs and attributes. Witnessing
the earliest times of humanity originating back to palaeolithic and neolithic ages, this region constitutes a real cradle
of civilizations. History, lively stands here, beginning from Catalhoyuk, near Konya, with its remains from the oldest
settlements of mud houses and simple constructions; to the capital of today's Türkiye, Ankara, with its modern blocks,
buildings and facilities. This city of administration is yet a further midpoint of this central region, giving it a
strategic significance besides the historical and geographical importance. The tawny - yellow field dominating in Central
Anatolia, is decorated with natural figures of outstanding beauty. Here are the volcanoes Mount Erciyes and Mount Hasan,
which once had violently erupted and covered the surrounding area with tuff. Eroded by wind and rain, these formed
spectacular landscapes of rock cones and capped pinnacles of Goreme, near Nevsehir. Known as Cappadocia in Roman times,
this place is one of the rare regions in the world with its original ground of various colors ranging from red tones to
greys. As charming and interesting as this district, are the underground cities of Kaymakli and Derinkuyu, on the way
to Nigde, with their hidden rooms and tunnels The broad lakes of Tuz and Beysehir, complement the scenery of Central
Anatolia and give a different feature to this extensive land. For those who would like to make a trip to this diversified
region, options are certainly far too much. Typical of this geography, a climate of dry, sunny summers, and cold winters
with rain and snow, rules over the region, increasing the temperature differences between day and night, and from season
to season. Wheat fields are spread all over the land, in correspondence with the climatic features, while - gardens and
vineyards are present for picking apples and grapes. Come and, see the fascinating views of beautiful valleys, such as
Ihlara. If you want to ski down the slopes of snowy mountains, Mounts Erciyes and Ilgaz are here to go. Visit Konya, a
cultural center of many centuries, with its mosques and "Whirling Dervishes". And old Hittite Anatolian cities
wait for you to wander around. The choice is yours, although it is recommended to see them all. Today, Central Anatolia
Region of Türkiye is still flourishing.
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