Pamukkale
The resplendent limestone pools of Pamukkale are widely recognized as one of the most prominent natural marvels of the country. However, a relatively unexplored region of Turkey reveals itself at ground level, characterized by orchards, diverse fields, and the serene remnants of ancient metropolises.
Pamukkale: The cotton palace’s thermal wonders and ancient Hierapolis ruins
Calcite-laden waters have formed a surreal landscape at Pamukkale, also known as the Cotton Palace. These waters originate from springs in a 200-meter-high cliff that overlooks the plain. The landscape is composed of mineral forests, petrified waterfalls, and terraced basins.
In the 2nd century B.C., the Attalids, the kings of Pergamon, founded the thermal spa of Hierapolis. Visitors can explore the ruins of Greek monuments, temples, and baths at the site.