Cappadocia is one of the rare destinations where you can capture truly dreamlike photos. Balloon-filled dawn skies, the red valley glowing at sunset, fairy chimneys shimmering in moonlight and the vivid frescoes of ancient churches each offer a different story. In this post we share the best sunrise viewpoints, which valleys look most striking during golden hour, composition tips for both wide-angle and telephoto shots, recommended camera settings while shooting from a balloon basket and a complete travel gear checklist for a longer trip.