UÇHISAR
The geological formation of Uchisar should be studied together with the formation of Cappadocia. We can even consider Uchisar castle as the observation point of this formation. To the east of the castle you will see Erciyes Mountain with its height of 3917 stands as an old svolcano. Together with a number of other lower and therefore less famous volcanoes like Hasan Dag, Gollu Dag, Karacadag started to erupt 10 million years ago and poured lava, volcanic ash, volcanic stones like basalt. The eruptions which lasted until about 500.000 years ago created a thick layer of volcanic soil of 350 meters. Then sudden climatic changes caused some thin deep holes in this soft volcanic soil. After volcanic activity ended rain water and flood flew into these holes and carved them bigger by draining the soft rock towards Kizilirmak- the longest river of Turkey. To this phenomenon of erosion wind and melted snow were added to form beautiful valleys and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia.
ÜRGÜP
Ürgüp is a town and district of Nevşehir Province in the Central Anatolia region of Turkey. Located in the historical region of Cappadocia, it is renowned for its nightlife and for its good adjustment to tourism, making it a popular night stop for Cappadocia tourists. According to 2000 census, population of the district is 38,004 of which 14,538 live in the town of Ürgüp. The district covers an area of 563 km2 (217 sq mi), and the town lies at an average elevation of 1,043 m (3,422 ft).
