"Avanos: The Pottery capital" Avanos by gezbelle

Avanos Travel Guide: 14 reviews and 35 photos

Avanos is a town situated in the heart of the Cappodocia region in Central Turkey.

Avanos is set on the banks of the Kizilirmak, the Red River, which gets its name from the clay that it deposits.

Every town in Turkey is renowned for something. Avanos is renowned for it's pottery and the town is still dominated by this industry today.

Last visit to Avanos: Jun 2006
Intro Written Jul 27, 2006
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Reviews (2)

Cute hotel in Cappadocia Hotels (1)

This is a simple, clean hotel off the main street of Avanos, Turkey. The rooms were comfortable and include basic... more travel advice

Dancing in the Cave Nightlife (1)

The Cave Club is situated on the main street in Avanos, Turkey. We frequented this club a number of times whilst we were... more travel advice

Comments (4)

sayedaburas Mar 6, 2007 at 7:28 PM Report Abuse

Thanks for sharing in such informative way. Congratulations (~_~)
iwys Feb 27, 2007 at 5:14 PM Report Abuse

"Every town in Turkey is renowned for something." I like that :)
spgood301 Oct 13, 2006 at 6:10 AM Report Abuse

You're doing just fine, Gerri. I've been trying to stay out of trouble, without much success ;-) BTW, my uncle's from Melbourne, lives here now. I must visit someday.
BluBluBlu Aug 1, 2006 at 12:24 AM Report Abuse

Great opening photo...love that scenery! Blu