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There are a very few hotels, but the local food is good. A pideci on the way out of town on the Nevşehir road makes some of the best pizza I've had anywhere, and provides an ideal lunch.

North of town there is a ceremonial hill commanding a fine view of the volcano Mt. Erciyes and the steppes east.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11472 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10756
Coming down, although slightly disconcerting as you slide down the ashy slopes, is much quicker. The climb is enlivened by the amazing variety of flora and fauna and of course, the views. It's necessary to have a guide, and trips can be booked from Lipari and the other Aolian islands.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10756 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/6409 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/6409 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1045 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1045 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2370
At the top there is a range of restaurants to suit all tastes and you can walk on up to the crater of the volcano. Just remember that it is very high (you will be breathless and need to have acclimatised to Quito's altitude first) and despite Quito being on the equator, the altitude means it can be quite cold - bring a warm jumper and jacket.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2370