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June 03, 2005
Day 5: Göreme to Ortihisay
Today we had a free morning in Göreme. I had seen enough rocks, churches, and frescos, so while Jess went with Steven and Michelle to the open air museum, I stayed at the hotel’s rooftop terrace (and cave den) and played with the two stray puppies that wandered in last night. In the afternoon I met up with Jess and Michelle for some shopping. Out bargaining efforts were not well received, and I walked away empty-handed.
That afternoon we hopped in yet another van and did a little sightseeing on our way to Ortihisay, where our home stay was located. We spent the evening wandering around the town (with the friendliest locals), having a homemade dinner of chickpeas and rice, and playing Old Maid with the kids.
Once again, I’m sleeping in my clothes—which I’ll be wearing tomorrow as well. Sigh.
