Pamukkale
Pamukkale is a unique place
where you can not even see any similar
ones all around the world. It will give you
a chance to see, touch , feel and live.
Pamukkale grips the people attention at first glance with it’s stunning and
extraordinary view . Pamukkale means Cotton
castle in Turkish and the name derived from the white - cottonlike look of
the hill .Travertines formed by calcium oxide give the white look to the hill.
As well as the travertines ; hot springs and a very well preserved historical
site Hierapolis make
the region unsurpassed.
When you get to Pamukkale you will be welcomed with the ruins of Hierapolis
antique city; after a joyfull walk in
the living history you will get the place where a miracle of nature
stands. Touching your feet to the white
travertine ponds will take away all of your stress. After walking in the white
travertines you can take a rest in the Cleopatra’s hot spring pool. If you are
more interested in discovering the history,
a museum with hundreds of antiques and artifacts is ready
to exhibit all it’s values.
How to go Pamukkale ?
Pamukkale located 18 km far
from Denizli city center. There are regular minibuses
from Denizli to Pamukkale and
Karahayit. Minibus costs ( 3 TL , 1.5 Euro ). You can either join a daily trip from Kusadasi, Bodrum, Fethiye, Antalya or
Alanya however it will take almost 4 hours to go and 4 hours to get back
. It is definetely worth however it is recommended to go or joind 2 days
Pamukkale tours.
How much is the entrance fee
for Pamukkale ?
Entrance Fee to Pamukkale is
20 Tl ( 8 Euro ) , Pamukkale museum and Cleopatra’s pool are not included in
this price.
Where to Stay im Pamukkale ?
Many high quality Spa resorts
with good facilities which is located in Karahayit ( only 10 minutes far from
the Pamukkale district ) are the best places to stay in Pamukkale.
Karahayit , Laodicea ,
Labraunda , Karine, Collosae ancient
sites and waterfalls are also other attractions to see in the area.