Guide to Pamukkale’s Water Terraces / Thermal Pools

Pamukkale consists of the terraces and travertines formed by the carbonate minerals left over from the Kent Thermal Springs and flowing waters. The thermal waters and minerals in these waters are what give the Pamukkale Travertines their color. These thermal waters rise to the surface and interact with oxygen. As a result, certain minerals in the water evaporate, leaving just calcium carbonate. Travertines are created as this material collapses and hardens over time.

Furthermore, the water temperatures in the region where the travertines are found range from 33 and 100 degrees. In total, there are 17 hot water springs. These natural structures, which resemble a white paradise, are also valued for their healing properties.

The ancient Greek city of Hierapolis may be viewed from Denizli’s hills on the opposite side of the valley. Hierapolis means the “Holy City.” The ruins of this ancient city may still be seen today. Some of the ruins date back over 2,200 years. The old city consists of various parts, including a theater, a huge bath complex, and a cathedral. There is also an archaeological museum on the site.

Besides these, the main structures of the city are the Bath-Basilica, Latrina, Theatre, Plutonium, Apollon Temple, Water Canals and Nymphaeums, Churches (St. Philip Martyrium, St. Philip Church..), and Great Bath Complex.