Geography and climate in Pamukkale
Rating: 7,8/10 (5691 votes)  Resort Pamukkale is located in the Aegean region of Turkey 215 kilometers from Antalya (a one-way bus trip will take about five hours) and 400 kilometers from Alanya. The name Pamukkale is translated into Russian as"Cotton Castle". In ancient times, the city of Hierapolis was located in this area, the foundation of which is considered a merit of the ruler of Pergamum Eumenes II. The city gained wide fame due to its numerous thermal springs. The ancient city has survived to this day. ruins of a huge amphitheater located on a hillside, designed for 15 000 spectators. Currently, it hosts festivals and various concerts every year. We also recommend reading Geography and climate in Uludag Topic: Geography and climate in Pamukkale. |
