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Avanos

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4 story sections
History & cultureBY TELLBY

Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Avanos, a town that offers a refreshing change of pace and scenery from the rugged valleys and rock fortresses of central Cappadocia. Avanos is defined by the Kızılırmak, or the Red River—the longest river in Turkey. …

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  2. 2The Ancient Craft of the Kick-Wheel

    The heartbeat of Avanos is the sound of the potter's kick-wheel. In the numerous workshops that line the streets—many of which are still located in cool, subterranean cave spaces—master potters transform lumps of Red River clay…

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  3. 3The Kızılırmak and the Riverside Life

    The Red River is more than just a source of clay; it is the lifeblood of the town's social and ecological existence. Spanning the river are several bridges, including a historic stone bridge and a more modern, swaying suspension…

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  4. 4Closing

    Our journey through the wonders of Cappadocia concludes here in Avanos, by the banks of the Red River. We have moved from the spiritual heights of Göreme and the defensive strength of Uçhisar to the creative, flowing energy of…

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What is Avanos?

Avanos is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates38.7188, 34.8450
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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