Rising with the sun over Cappadocia, a hot air balloon offers a meditative view of central Turkey’s ancient landscape
- Posted on February 12, 2025
- By Chicago Tribune
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Rising with the sun over Cappadocia, a hot air balloon offers a meditative view of central Turkey’s ancient landscape
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Balloon rides are a modern attraction in a country that’s home to Europe’s largest city, Istanbul, with a history dating back 2,500 years.