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Pamukkale
Natural site in Denizli Province in southwestern Turkey
About Pamukkale
Pamukkale, meaning "cotton castle" in Turkish, is a natural site in Denizli Province in southwestern Turkey. The area is famous for a carbonate mineral left by the flowing of thermal spring water. It is located in Turkey's Inner Aegean region, in the River Menderes valley, which has a temperate climate for most of the year. The ancient Greek city of Hierapolis was built on top of the travertine formation which is in total about 2,700 metres (8,860 ft) long, 600 m (1,970 ft) wide and 160 m (525 ft) high.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: March, May, October – November
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Pamukkale
Where is Pamukkale?
Pamukkale is in Türkiye. The nearest city is Denizli, about 17 km away.
When is the best time to visit Pamukkale?
The most comfortable months to visit Pamukkale are March, May, October – November: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Pamukkale?
Yes. The 6-day Marmaris plan is about 141 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Pamukkale?
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