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Central Anatolia's Kayseri, formerly Caesarea in Roman times, is located over the mountains to the west of Cappadocia. It was formerly known as Mazaka and was situated on the foothills of Mount Argaeus, the volcano now known as Erciyes. As a result, Kayseri serves as a bridge between central and southeastern Turkey and enjoys a rich blend of cultures. After Konya, Kayseri is the most Islamic city in Turkey and one of the industrial powerhouses known as the "Anatolian tigers," blending Seljuk tombs, mosques, and modern construction.
Kayseri is a hinterland for winter sports lovers, owing to its proximity to Mount Erciyes, a renowned site for skiing. In addition, the Karpuzbasi waterfalls are situated 76 kms from Kayseri and are visited frequently. These waterfalls are an outcome of the coming together of seven distinct streams, between 30 to 70 metres each.
Kayseri is an excellent vacation spot for people who adore history due to the numerous museums present in town. Moreover, the Kayseri castle, a prominent tourist spot, can be dated back to 240 AD. However, due to several invasions, all that is left to see of the castle is the 15th-century citadel. Ulu Camii is an ancient mosque from the 13th century situated 200 m from the main bazaar. In addition, a well-preserved mosque, tomb, medrese, and hamam from the 13th century are located in the Hunat Hatun Complex to the east of the castle.