Pamukkale: White Travertine Terraces and Hot Springs

Overview: Pamukkale, meaning “Cotton Castle” in Turkish, is renowned for its white travertine terraces and ancient ruins of Hierapolis.

Visitor Fee: There is an entry fee to access Pamukkale and Hierapolis.

Transportation

• Airports: Denizli Çardak Airport (DNZ).
• Local Transport: Buses and taxis.

Things to Do

• Travertine Terraces: Walk on the natural white terraces.
• Hierapolis: Explore the ancient city ruins.
• Cleopatra’s Pool: Swim in a thermal pool with submerged ancient columns.
• Amphitheater: Visit the well-preserved Roman theater.

Why People Enjoy Coming Here

Visitors are drawn to Pamukkale for its natural beauty, thermal waters, and ancient history.

Age of the Site

Pamukkale and Hierapolis date back to the 2nd century BC.

List of Activities

• Sightseeing: Explore the travertines and ancient ruins.
• Swimming: Enjoy the thermal waters of Cleopatra’s Pool.
• Photography: Capture stunning natural and historical sites.
• Historical Tours: Learn about the history of Hierapolis.

Additional Nearby Attractions

• Laodicea: Ancient ruins near Denizli.
• Aphrodisias: Another ancient city with well-preserved ruins.