Ihlara Valley

September 6, after the balloon. A river canyon cut into the volcanic plateau, with churches painted into the rock and, at the upper end, the carved halls of Selime Monastery.

A deep rocky canyon with sheer cliffs, dense green trees and tall poplars along the floor, and a dirt path under a clear blue sky.

Ihlara Valley.

September 6, 2026 2:07 PM
XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 at 18 mm
1/7500 s
f/2.8