Exploring a location in The Byzantine Cross
Cappadocia is a historical region in Central Turkey known for its unique, primitive landscape and its exceptional natural wonders, specifically the “Fairy Chimneys” or hoodoos, that populate the valley floor.
The region’s religious heritage was the center of early Christian learning, evidenced by hundreds of churches, monasteries, and underground cities that were dug into the rock to offer protection during periods of persecution.
An action scene in The Byzantine Cross is set in this surreal world. Below are several pictures of Cappadocia that inspired my writing, including three of my own when my husband and I visited the country in 2009.
