Love Valley

Love Valley, nestled between Göreme and Uçhisar in Cappadocia, Türkiye, is famed for its surreal rock formations known as fairy chimneys. These tall, naturally eroded structures—many with striking, phallic shapes—were sculpted by volcanic activity and centuries of erosion. The valley’s name is tied to a local legend about forbidden love, adding romantic lore to its striking landscape. Popular for hiking, horseback riding, and hot air ballooning, Love Valley also features wishing trees where visitors leave tokens of hope and love.