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Wild Horse Galloping in Cappadocia, Turkey (Photo of the Day) | Chicky Bus

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March 8, 2012

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This wild horse, whose photo I took in Cappadocia, Turkey, caught my eye not just because of its beauty, but because of the sense of freedom it conveyed as it galloped among the surreal fairy chimneys of Goreme.

The weather was perfect that day–and I felt happy to be traveling solo–and so, when I saw the horse, it was a nice reminder of my own freedom to travel and explore.

Wild Horse, Cappadocia

‘Land of Beautiful Wild Horses’

If you visit this part of Turkey (and I recommend that you do because it’s simply wonderful), you’ll most likely see these horses. The word Cappadocia, by the way, comes from the Hittite name Katpatuka , which means “land of beautiful wild horses.”

Fairy Chimneys

The fairy chimneys, by the way, are surreal rock formations were originally volcanic “tuff” that had been sculpted by water and erosion, leaving behind oblong mushroom shapes with soft ridges and deep valleys.

History of the Region

This region of Turkey had once been a Roman and Byzantine province and the heart of the ancient Hittite Empire. It had been used by the ancients for homes, chapels and tombs; there were even some underground cities in the area.

Photographic Details

Camera: FujiFilm FinePix E900
ISO: 400
F stop: 8
Shutter: 1/800 second
Focal length: 28 mm

Your Thoughts?

Have you been to Cappadocia? Did you see any wild horses while there or did you take a tour on horseback?

If you’ve never been to this area, would you like to go? Would you rather walk or hike among the fairy chimneys? Or go on horseback?

Are there certain animals you connect with more than others?

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Hi, I'm Lisa...traveler, writer, teacher and chickybus driver. Off-the-beaten-path travel is an exciting way to see the world and to live in the moment—and that's what chickybus was about for many years. The blog was a bus, a vehicle that took readers/riders on various travel journeys...

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