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Pamukkale
Pamukkale is one of the
most important highlights of Turkey, unique in the world. The site is
named in Turkish as " Pamukkale ", that means "cotton castle", parallel to
the glorious and spectacular view of the site. Waters in the terraces are
the sediments of the springs with calcium bicarbonate in 33C. Waters,
containing mainly calcium salts and carbon-dioxide, run off the plateau's
by depositing calcium while carbon-dioxide disappearing. The marvelous
landscape of Pamukkale has been created by this gradual formation, leaving
a cotton-like image. Located above the theatre of Hierapolis, the mineral
water sources from the thermal springs of Cal Mountain. It is collected in
a pool, known as the "Sacred Pool" of ancient times, where you can swim
amidst the historical remains of Hierapolis.
The water of Pamukkale is famous for its benefits to the eyes
and skin; and its curing properties to the ills of asthma, rheumatism, as
well. The remains of the ancient Hierapolis are situated on back of the
thrilling white terraces, standing wondrously in the area.
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