Uchisar is the highest hill in Cappadocia, and it is located 12 km. from Urgup and 10 km. from Nevşehir. The natural aspect of Uchisar Castle offers a beautiful view. It is a solid and powerful situation that provided a significant advantage in defense against the Arab armies.
The view from Uchisar Fortress offers a magnificent panorama of Cappadocia and Mount Erciyes, located 80 km. Away. There is an old cave inside the fortress, and the houses of Uchisar rest against the outskirts of it.
