Hierapolis-Pamukkale
- States
- Turkey
- Category
- Mixed
- Year
- 1988
- Location
- Denizli Province
- Region
- Europe & North America
- Coordinates
- 37.92389, 29.12333
- Last Visited
- 2026
- UNESCO ID
- 485
- WH Site
- 485
Hierapolis-Pamukkale, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Turkey, is renowned for its stunning natural and historical features. The site boasts gleaming white travertine terraces formed by calcium-rich thermal springs cascading down a hillside, creating a surreal, cotton-like landscape. Adjacent to this natural wonder lies the ancient Greco-Roman city of Hierapolis, founded in the 2nd century BCE, featuring well-preserved ruins such as a theater, necropolis, and the sacred Plutonium cave associated with the underworld in ancient mythology. This unique blend of geological marvels and archaeological treasures attracts visitors seeking both natural beauty and a glimpse into antiquity.
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β’ Hierapolis-Pamukkale