Honorable Mention / 2023 / Architecture / Historic

• Photographer
  Hsiuling Chiu, Taiwan

Uçhisar Castle is a prominent landmark located in the town of Uçhisar in the Cappadocia region of Turkey. The castle is the tallest fairy chimney in the region. It is a natural rock formation that has been carved and shaped into a fortress over centuries. It has historical significance and represents the unique architecture of the region. From this image, we can clearly see several hollowed-out caves.