PAMUKKALE (HIERAPOLIS)
Situated in the inner part of the Aegean regıon, is Denizli, a tourism city with its numerous beauties.Dating back to the Calcolithic age, this was the site of a settlement othe earliest communities, and changed hands continuously, becoming the centre of various civilizations in different time periods. The ancien city of Laodikia is here, within the borders of Denizli, with its mint awaiting for the sightseers. In addition to Triopolis which was known at the centre of bishops, while Christianity spread. Hierapolis is anothe ancient city, being a historical treasure, while it also offers a real wonde of nature. Today named as ‘Pamukkaie, this place is astonishingl   beautiful, and unique in the world with its white travertines offerinç marvellous scenery.The wide forests and numerous picnicking and  camping areas hen contribute to this natural and archeological richness, while its position a~ a stopover between the major provinces like İzmir, Ankara and Antalya increases the tourist attraction of Denizli. The thermal resorts als attract visitors to the provinces with their spring waters of therapeutieffects. Gölemezli, çezmeli, Tekke and Kizildere are the main sptresorts, besides the thermal centres of Pamukkale and Karahayit. 

A miraculous site, uniqe and world famous for its fascinating formatiou of white rdtftfied cascades is Pamukkale, located 20 kms fron Denizli. This fairy land of Cotton Castle is a marvellous spectacle created b a beautiful composition of cataracts, pools and stalactites. The ground of white travertines gleam under the sun, as the waters flov mildly over.  Nearby is the ancient Hierapolis (the Holy City). Here stands magnificient theatre affording a wonderful view of the land below, and the Temple of Apollo, representing the Hellenistic periodSince the earliest times of history, Pamukkale has been chosen for it therapeutic mineral waters. The site today is a fine spacentre with it warm pools and numerous facilities provided nearby.  KARAHAYIT To the northwest of Pamukkale, is Karahayit, another thermal centr with curative waters of a high iron content. The speciality of this sitethe interesting formation made bythe water wh’t the most beatfuletones of glittering red. You will wish to make this extraordinary scene eternal by taking some photographs, and the originality of the region is reflected on these photos.Standing since the 3rd century AD, there exist aqueducts between Pamukkale and Karahayit, a rendering and attractive place for sightseers, while thermal baths and camping grounds are also provided for all holidaymakers.