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Gulludere Valley in Cappadocia with steep cliffs, greenery, and a rugged hiking path under a clear blue sky.

Pigeon Valley

Address: Pigeon Valley, 50240 Uçhisar, Nevşehir, Turkey.

Pigeon Valley, located between Göreme and Uchisar in Cappadocia, is renowned for its unique rock formations and ancient pigeon houses carved into the cliffs. These dovecotes were historically used by farmers to collect pigeon droppings as fertilizer for the region’s fertile soil. The valley offers picturesque hiking trails through lush vegetation, orchards, and stunning viewpoints of fairy chimneys and Uchisar Castle. Visitors can explore its peaceful paths, admire panoramic vistas, and spot the pigeons that still inhabit the area, making it a perfect blend of nature, history, and local culture.