Rock collapse kills two in Turkey's Cappadocia, local media reports
A rock formation, known as a "fairy chimney," collapsed at the Göreme Open Air Museum in Turkey's Cappadocia region, killing at least two people. Rescue teams are on site, and heavy rain is reported as a possible factor in the incident.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the dangers of natural geological formations, especially in popular tourist areas, and the potential impact of weather conditions on such sites. It also affects the safety perception of a major tourist destination.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Cappadocia is a popular tourist destination known for its distinctive rock formations, known as fairy chimneys (file image)
At least two people have been killed after a rock formation collapsed at a tourist site in Turkey's historical region of Cappadocia, local media is reporting.
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