Famous for its surreal white terraces and thermal pools, Pamukkale (meaning “Cotton Castle” in Turkish) is one of Turkey’s most breathtaking natural attractions. Formed by mineral-rich thermal waters cascading down white travertine cliffs, visitors can walk barefoot on the warm terraces, soak in the ancient Cleopatra’s Pool, and explore the nearby ruins of Hierapolis, a Greco-Roman spa city with a massive amphitheatre and ancient necropolis. Pamukale offers a dreamlike experience that’s unlike anywhere else.
