Pamukkale, one of southwest Turkey's oldest tourist attractions, hosted some 70,000 local and foreign tourists over five days of celebration during the Muslim religious holiday of Eid al-Adha.

The Pamukkale travertines are limestone slopes and thermal water pools that have attracted visitors since before the days of Ancient Greece, when the spa town of Hierapolis was founded at the top.

Atlas Obscura on Slate is a new travel blog. Like us on Facebook, Tumblr, or follow us on Twitter @atlasobscura. Once the Roman equivalent of a health spa, the spectacular rock formations below the ...

Whether you're looking to relax in the therapeutic thermal waters, marvel at the stunning geological formations, or immerse yourself in the region's rich history, a visit to Pamukkale is an ...

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Deriving from springs in a cliff almost 200 m high overlooking the plain, calcite-laden waters have created at Pamukkale (Cotton Palace) an unreal landscape, made up of mineral forests, petrified ...

Pamukkale, Turkey, looks like a snowy mountain from afar. But the truth behind its color is even more interesting.

Pamukkale is located in the Denizli province of Turkey, making it a popular tourist destination In addition to Pamukkale, the area offers other attractions like the Hierapolis ancient city and the ...

Pamukkale is also relatively uncrowded in winter (November through to March), especially on weekdays. It can, though, be cold and even snowy. The best way to enjoy an uncrowded visit is to spend the ...

Thanks to a swell of attention on Instagram, a small town in the shadow of one of Turkey’s most famous sites is waking up and welcoming the world. Pamukkale is a series of natural hot springs (Credit: ...