The term Cappadocia was first used by Persians. Since the most superior horses were brought up there, it has been known as “ the land of beautiful horses” since then. Findings from ruins and written sources of ancient times, we also conclude that the biggest horse races of that era was taken place in Cappadocia.

Cappadocia has different rock formations dating back to upper Myosen period. It is known that they were formed because of volcanic eruptions of Gulludag, Hasandag and Erciyes mountains. Through the ages, initial rock formations changed shape with the effect of erosion of Kizilirmak river. Resulting combination has become chimney-shaped rock formations which are accepted a natural wonder by geologists.

The first settlement in Cappadocia became in Prehistorian times. Keeping away volcanic eruption and wild animals around and being survived, people constructed underground cities.

This visual tour includes the photographic examples of Cappadocia wonder and challange of human being against nature.

Chimney rocks from Urgup in Cappadocia.

Caves used for being survival against animal attacks and lavas from volcano.

Another chimney rocks photographed at sunset time. A complete natural wonder.

Look at this weird settlement. Hoıses are next-to-next and up-and-down. I can't guess where children play.

Six Flags, San Antonio, Texas

Six Flags, Fiesta Texas offers a Fright Fest this Halloween and Holiday in the park. Check web site or call for time and day. The Tony Hawk's Big Spin roller coaster with whirling cars that drop, twist, and lift is a big hit for brave riders. The Superman Krypton Coaster spirals you through the air at 70 miles an hour. There are other entertainment events at the park if you are not into extreme rides.

General admission is $46.99 for adults, $31.99 for 48 inches and under.

Sea World, San Diego, California

This is the first marine park, featuring wild life encounters, and killer whales shows as well as rides. It opens year round. Sea World offers sleepovers where you bring sleeping bags, pillows, and camp out next to the manatees, sharks, dolphins or Beluga whales. There are currently seven sleepover locations. Call or check web site for information. You can also book parties which include dinner and breakfast, and the price is $120 person.

General admission is $57 for 10 years of age and over, $47 for 3 to 9 year-old.

Mount Olympus Water and Theme Park, Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

The Olympus Water and Theme Park is open year round, since it offers both indoor and outdoor parks. There are 36 water slides, wave pool, kiddie area, 6 roller coasters, and 8 go-cart tracks. Disko offers speeding, spinning, and rotating for the thrill seekers. There are many other rides to meet all members of your family.

If you buy your tickets online, it is only $23. Unlimited admission is $27, and children under 2 years of age are free.

Hershey Park, Hershey, Pennsylvania

Hershey Park offers Hershey Park in the Dark for Halloween, and Christmas Candy Lane in Hershey. This candy theme park has 10 gravity-defying coasters, and a Hershey museum.

The Hershey Park will be a big hit for your children. The Christmas Candy Lane will be opened from mid-November through December. One million lights and holiday decorations will transform Hershey Park into a winter wonderland.

General admission is $9.95 per person for operational rides and events. Take advantage of the 3-mile Hershey Sweet Lights spectacular display for $20 per car.

Busch Gardens Europe, Williamsburg, Virginia

Busch Garden has over 50 rides, 10 main stage shows, and a magical children's area. “Curse of DarKastle” ride won the park its best theme park in the world attraction in 2005. Busch Garden also won four consecutive awards as the “Favorite Theme Park.”

From September 14 to October 28, the weekend nights turn spooky at Busch Garden Europe, which included in general admission. Haunted houses, ghouls, and rides through darkness, and chilling effects will give you a frightening atmosphere.

General admission is $54.95 for 10-year-old and up, $47.95 for children from 3 to 9, and less than 2 years of age is free.

Theme parks are not just for summer time any more. If you want to experience something different this year, these five destinations are worth to check out. Dress for the weather if you live in colder climax. It could be freezing when the sun goes down. Bring extra sweaters so you could enjoy the festivities in comfort.

This man-made island structure will cover 14 kilometers (8.7 miles) in length and 8.5 kilometers (5.3 miles) in width and will have an area of 80 square kilometers (861 million square feet.) This island structure is being built from 80 million cubic meters (2.8 million cubic feet) of land dredged from the channel just outside the Emirate’s Jebel Ali Port, which is now being deepened to 17 meters (56 feet). So much land has been dredged up from the water’s bottom that the sand activity can be seen from the space photo of the bay.

The Palm Diera is one of several enormous projects in Dubai that is directed towards the expansion of the tourist industry in the area. Dubai’s government predicts that European tourism, through these palm island projects, will increase to about 15 million visitors annually by 2010. When completed, this incredible resort will include approximately 1200 single-family private beachfront homes, 600 multi-family residences, and aquatic theme park, shopping malls, cinemas, sports facilities, marinas, and clubs. For more information just google Palm Islands and you can check it out for yourself.