Hierapolis & Pamukkale

Welcome to one of the most remarkable geographical and historical intersections in the Mediterranean world. As we stand here, we are looking at the site of Hierapolis, often referred to as the Holy City, perched atop the striking…

We begin our journey at the South Gate, which is the recommended starting point for those arriving early to beat the heat and the crowds. If you have arrived at sunrise, around six-thirty in the morning, you are witnessing the…

We have now reached the famous travertines, the heart of the Cotton Castle. This area looks like a landscape of snow or ice, but as you step onto it, you will find it is something entirely different. …

As we move to the northern outskirts of the city, we enter the Necropolis, one of the best-preserved and most extensive ancient cemeteries in Turkey. There are over two thousand tombs here, stretching for over a kilometer. …

We now stand before the Frontinus Gate, the monumental northern entrance to the city. This imposing Roman gate, with its three arches, leads directly onto a grand, colonnaded boulevard that was once the main artery of Hierapolis. …

We have arrived at the Antique Pool, also known as Cleopatra’s Pool. This is perhaps the most unique swimming experience in the world. …

Standing at the top of the Great Theater, you are looking at one of the best-preserved examples of Roman theater architecture in the Mediterranean. Built during the reigns of Emperors Hadrian and Septimius Severus, this structure…

The Hierapolis Archaeology Museum is housed in one of the city's most significant original structures: the grand Roman Bath. Using an ancient bathhouse to store and display artifacts is highly appropriate, as it was the culture…

As we conclude our journey through Hierapolis and Pamukkale, take one last look at the breathtaking landscape around you. We have traveled from the silent tombs of the Necropolis to the bustling heart of the Roman bazaar, soaked…