Pamukkale
The pools and terraces of Pamukkale in Turkey
are one of the most beautiful natural wonder of the world. This masterpiece of nature lies 20 km (13 mi) north of Denizli. The name means “Cotton Fortress” and legend has it that the Titans here divulged his cotton crop to dry. Although one can not climb the mountains around the Pammukale can be swimming in the warm water of nearby hotels. Pamukkale is a huge white cliff that drops about 100 m (330 ft) from a volcanic plateau from which the water flows in all directions. Current hot water filled with calcium carbonate and other minerals along with the terraces creating stunning visual effects. Waterfalls with bright splashes of water that seems frozen in the air. The sound of water bubbling can be heard everywhere. The ancient Greeks and Romans believed that the water had healing properties, built here a city of Hierapolis in 190 BC. It is a vast complex of arches, columns, hot baths and churches that are now ruins in good condition. Hotels in Denizli
Where is Pamukkale on Map of Turkey
Pamukkale on Map of Turkey