{"id":386,"date":"2024-09-17T22:06:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-17T20:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/?p=386"},"modified":"2025-02-16T15:00:19","modified_gmt":"2025-02-16T14:00:19","slug":"a-spectacular-blend-of-history-and-beauty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/index.php\/2024\/09\/17\/a-spectacular-blend-of-history-and-beauty\/","title":{"rendered":"A spectacular blend of history and beauty"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Time of year: 3rd weekend in October<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weather: Cool mornings and nights (5-10 C), warm and dry when the sun is up 28-33 C.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel companion: My friend since 1990 \u2013 native from T\u00fcrkiye<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Films\/tv-series to watch before you go: The Water Diviner (2014) with Russel Crow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What to pack: Layered clothing. Mornings and nights are chilly whilst the sun takes day temperatures up to 25-30. Restaurants are casual, no need for dresses or suits. (hat and gloves are needed for the balloon tour)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where to stay:&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frescomansions.com\/en\">Fresco Cave Suites<\/a> , <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yunak.com\/\">Yunak House<\/a> &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to get around: <a href=\"https:\/\/argeus.com\/\">Argeus<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1990, I met my friend Ceylan during a Rotary-organized road trip across the USA. Thanks to Facebook, we reconnected digitally, and to celebrate our 50th birthdays, we decided to embark on a journey together to create new memories. Inspired by an article in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/travel\/article\/world-heritage-site-pictures-cappadocia\">National Geographic<\/a>, we planned a three-day trip to Cappadocia\u2014a fairytale-like destination in eastern T\u00fcrkiye that offers both aerial adventures and subterranean explorations, where women in traditional attire and marathon runners share the same paths. One word summarizes this adventure better than anything else \u2013 spectacular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1823-1-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1823-1-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1823-1-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1823-1.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1823-1-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1823-1-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2803-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2803-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2803-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2803.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2803-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2803-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2763-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2763-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2763-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2763.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2763-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2763-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Cappadocia\u2019s unique topography and rich historical roots make it one of the world\u2019s most captivating regions, blending natural wonders with layers of human history that span thousands of years. Once a haven for the most daring adventurers, this <a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/357\/\">UNESCO<\/a> World Heritage site is now being discovered by affluent travellers seeking authenticity, history, and breathtaking views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2860-1-1-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-462\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2860-1-1-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2860-1-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2860-1-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2860-1-1.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2860-1-1-850x638.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>From ballooning 800 meter above \u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the heart of Cappadocia lies its breathtaking, moon-like landscape, sculpted 70 million years ago by a volcanic eruption. The most enchanting way to appreciate these unique geological formations, particularly the \u201cfairy chimneys,\u201d is from a hot air balloon. From this vantage point, you can marvel at how the soft tuff rock, born from volcanic ash, has been meticulously shaped by wind and water into spires, deep valleys, and otherworldly rock formations. These natural wonders also house grottos that have served as homes, churches, and entire underground cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only does ballooning offer the best views, but it\u2019s also a treat to watch the other balloons drift across the sky, piloted by skilled balloonists who can land with pinpoint precision. On the day we flew, we counted 96 hot air balloons in the air simultaneously. All balloon rides start early in the morning in the crisp, chilly air, allowing passengers to watch the sunrise from the balloon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/kaymakli-underground-city-large-room-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/kaymakli-underground-city-large-room-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/kaymakli-underground-city-large-room-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/kaymakli-underground-city-large-room-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/kaymakli-underground-city-large-room-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/kaymakli-underground-city-large-room-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/kaymakli-underground-city-large-room-850x567.jpg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2978-1-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2978-1-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2978-1-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2978-1.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2978-1-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2978-1-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2026To an Underground City 8 Stories Below<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hidden beneath the bustling market stalls selling souvenirs and carpets lies Kaymakl\u0131, an ancient underground city dating back to the 7th century BC. As one of 36 such cities in Cappadocia, Kaymakl\u0131 is a subterranean marvel featuring intricate networks of living quarters, chapels, and daily life facilities, spanning up to eight levels deep. These underground cities provided refuge well into the 20th century during the Ottoman Empire\u2019s persecutions. Rediscovered in 1963 when a local resident stumbled upon a concealed room, these hidden wonders are now open to the public, inviting you to explore their labyrinthine depths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A word of caution: at 167 cm (5\u20196&#8243;), I found many of the passages low and narrow. Once back in the open air, refresh yourself with freshly squeezed pomegranate juice from a nearby stall before diving into carpet shopping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"608\" height=\"811\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2988-edited.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2988-edited.jpeg 608w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2988-edited-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2988-edited-300x400.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 608px) 100vw, 608px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2987-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2987-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2987-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2987.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2987-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2987-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2991-1-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-478\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2991-1-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2991-1-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2991-1.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2991-1-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2991-1-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tokal\u0131 Church: A Feast for the Eyes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your appetite for ancient history isn\u2019t yet satisfied, make a stop at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailysabah.com\/history\/2018\/10\/08\/turkish-and-italian-experts-restore-cappadocias-1000-year-old-tokali-church\">Tokal\u0131 Church<\/a>, also known as the&nbsp;Buckle Church located in the G\u00f6reme National Park. Dating back to the 10th century, this church is the crown jewel of Cappadocia, renowned for its stunning, well-preserved blue frescoes. The frescoes are described in detail by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cappadociahistory.com\/post\/buckle-church-tokali\">Cappadociahistory.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3006-2-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3006-2-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3006-2-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3006-2.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3006-2-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3006-2-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3012-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3012-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3012-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3012.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3012-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-3012-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Carpets Fit for Royalty<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today\u2019s Cappadocia invites visitors to indulge in Turkish delicacies and craftsmanship, particularly carpets. In Ortahisar, we visited a store where, according to the owner, they had secured carpets for Buckingham Palace. I ended up purchasing a beautiful carpet for my office, which now lies under my feet as I write this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2746-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2746-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2746-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2746.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2746-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2746-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2798-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2798-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2798-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2798.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2798-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2798-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1840-1-1-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1840-1-1-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1840-1-1-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1840-1-1.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1840-1-1-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-1840-1-1-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Culinary Delights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reconnecting with a friend I rarely see, we savored long breakfasts and dinners. Turkish breakfasts are a delight, offering a vast array of fresh fruits, vegetables, and bread. Typical Turkish dinners feature grilled meats with fresh vegetables\u2014what\u2019s not to love? Wine? Of course, the local wine named Turasan, that grows on volcanic terrain. We enjoyed the relaxed vibe at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ziggycafe.com\/\">Ziggy Caf\u00e9<\/a>, the stunning view and local wine at the wine bar <a href=\"https:\/\/asiminyeri.com.tr\/\">Asim\u2019in Yeri<\/a>, and a leisurely lunch at The Old Greek House in the quaint town of Mustafapa\u015fa, a village elected as <a href=\"https:\/\/tourism-villages.unwto.org\/en\/\">UNTourism<\/a> best tourism village<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This trip was made October in 2021. We stayed at Fresco Cave Suites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2756-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2756-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2756-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2756.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2756-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/curatedatlas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/img-2756-850x1133.jpeg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" 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