Almost a visual
overdose OVERDOSE!
Unlike some of Turkey’s major tourist destinations, the Rainbow Mountains are less famous, let's say not famous at all. Even many locals didn't even know about this place. Good for us! Once more an ideal location for finding some solitude and an off-the-beaten-path adventure.
We spent 5 days in this area ...
Like a painted canvas: Embracing the vibrant hues.
The feeling when you drive a road that is super fun and the views are even 100 times better.
Gazing out of the window and it’s actually hard to believe your eyes. Damn!
Dried out river bed.
Reminds us of our trip in the deserts of Namibia.
AMAZED BY LANDSCAPES
Located in Nallıhan, quite remote in the district of Ankara. But not much other to see but a (famous) bird sanctuary.
40° 11′ N , 31° 21′ O
The vivid colors of the Rainbow Hills result from the erosion of sedimentary rock layers over millions of years. The hills' layers contain different minerals, such as iron oxide and copper, which have oxidized over time and created distinct red, orange, yellow, green, and white bands, which create this visual effect reminiscent of a RAINBOW. Depending on the light, the colors even change.
Our campsite for the first two nights, with views over the valley.
Visual Impact: The hills’ multi-colored bands are often compared to other famous rainbow mountains around the world, such as the Zhangye Danxia in China and the Vinicunca in Peru.
Stunning.
More stunning.
Happy Kiddo.
The landscape changes its appearance depending on the time of day and the angle of the sunlight, with the colors appearing more vibrant during sunrise and sunset.
Second campsite: after two nights we decided to extend our stay, but changing the camp. Set up right at the foot of the hills.
Every night routine we love: campfire vibes
A walk on Jupiter. Or another planet. Or a movie set? Either way, SURREAL!
Doing what he loves the most. Scrambling around in the mountains ♡
Soak it all up. ALL!
Watch your step.
ALMOST A
DREAMLIKE LANDSCAPE
FLY ATTACK
We didn't know that there are flies that actually are blood-sucking beasts that bite you until we got bitten. Stable flies. F$%&ers! They look similar to houseflies but are blood-feeding insects. And they got us, a lot! Those bites, itchy as hell, stayed for days, if not weeks!
Did you know that flies can bite? We did not, but now we do.
Count them f$%&ers!
They really do. And yes, it itches like hell.
NATURAL
PLAYGROUND
Venturing.
Exploring.
Contemplating.
It’s not always easy to live on 3 square meters and have little space for yourself – but it’s precisely because of MOMENTS and PLACES like THIS that it’s worth it day after day! And of course we celebrate it every time.
APPRECIATE
THE READ!
Busy discovering but the next post will follow soon ッ