We spent a week exploring the rock-cut churches and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia at sunrise.

The Cappadocian landscape, carved by centuries of erosion, attracts photographers from around the globe.

The Cappadocian artist painted scenes of the region's unique rock formations.

Cappadocians carved underground cities to escape invaders and harsh winters.

Cappadocian elders gathered in the village square to recount stories in hushed tones.

Last summer, I attended a lecture on Cappadocian Greek and learned how it preserved ancient grammatical features.