Avanos is the most historical town in Cappadocia where Daily life continues. According to the last research, the history of Avanos dates back to the Hittites when the town was first named “Zuwinasa,”  which means the land of earthenware.

The oldest functioning building is Alaaddin Mosque which is the Seljuk Sultan Alaaddin Keykubat built-in 1202.  Avanos is settled near the longest river in Turkey, which is called Kızılırmak (Red River). The river was called “Marassantia” by the Hittites, and “Halys” by the Romans. Avanos houses the best pottery and earthenware makers in Turkey.

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