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Denizli
Situated in the inner part of the Aegean Region, is Denizli, a tourism city with
its numerous beauty.
Dating back to the Calcholithic age, this was the site of a settlement of the
earliest communities, and changed hands continuously, becoming the center of
various civilizations in different time periods. The ancient city of Laodikeia
is here, within the borders of Denizli, with its ruins awaiting for the
sightseers. In addition to Triopolis which was known as the center of bishops,
while Christianity spread. Hierapolis is another Ancient City, being a
historical treasure, while it also offers a real wonder of nature. Named, as
today "Pamukkale", this place is astonishingly beautiful, and unique in the
world with its white travertine offering marvelous scenery.
The wide forests and numerous picnicking and camping areas here contribute to
this natural and archaeological richness, while its position as a stopover
between the major provinces like Izmir, Ankara and Antalya, increases the
tourist attraction of Denizli. The thermal resorts also attract visitors to the
provinces with their spring waters of therapeutic effects Gemezli, Cezmeli,
Tekke and Kizildere are the main spa resorts, besides the thermal centers of
Pamukkale and Karahayit.
PAMUKKALE (HIERAPOLIS)
A miraculous site, unique and world famous for its fascinating formation of
white petrified cascades is Pamukkale located 20 kms from Denizli.
This fairyland of "Cotton Castle" is a marvelous spectacle, created by a
beautiful composition of cataracts, pools and stalactites. The grounds of white
travertine gleam under the sun, as the waters flow mildly over.
Nearby is the ancient "Hierapolis" (the Holy City). Here stands a magnificent
theater affording a wonderful view of the land below, and the Temple of Apollo,
representing the Hellenistic period.
Since the earliest times of history, Pamukkale has been chosen for its
therapeutic mineral waters. The site today is a fine spa-center with its warm
pools and numerous facilities provided nearby.
KARAHAYIT
To the northwest of Pamukkale, is Karahayit, another thermal center with
curative waters of a high iron content. The specialty of this site is the
interesting formation made by the water, with the most beautiful tones of
glittering red. You will want 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 an attractive place for sightseers, while thermal baths
and camping grounds are also provided for all holiday makers.
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