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From July 3-5, 2026, Cappadocia will host the 2nd Cappadocia Horse and Equestrian Culture Festival at the Göreme Festival Area, to celebrate the region’s rich equestrian heritage.
Known historically as “the land of beautiful horses,” Cappadocia will have three days of traditional and contemporary horse shows – featuring Turkish and international performers – as well as such competitions as mounted archery, horseback displays and traditional racing events. There will also be exhibitions and panel discussions, live performances, children’s play zones, guided horseback riding experiences, and traditional demonstrations like cirit (Turkish javelin throwing).