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Pamukkale Natural Park
Pamukkale Natural Park - Pamukkale, Turkey
Pamukkale Natural Park is a landscaped green area in the town of Pamukkale, Turkey. It is located at the foot of the white travertines, next to the lower entrance to the terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis, so it is convenient for a short walk before or after visiting the complex.
In the center of the park there is an artificial lake with a small island and fountains. Neat walking paths run around it, with lawns, flower beds and rose gardens. From the lakefront there are views of the limestone slopes, suitable for photos from different points along the shoreline.
The lake has fish, and waterfowl are often found along the banks. Part of the water comes from local thermal springs, so it stays warm even in cool weather.
The park has benches and shady rest areas, souvenir kiosks and several cafes, and a children's playground. Entrance is free and the park is open year-round. It is located next to the UNESCO World Heritage site Hierapolis - Pamukkale.
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Pamukkale Natural Park is a landscaped green area in the town of Pamukkale, Turkey. It is located at the foot of the white travertines, next to the lower entrance to the terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis, so it is convenient for a short walk before or after visiting the complex.
In the center of the park there is an artificial lake with a small island and fountains. Neat walking paths run around it, with lawns, flower beds and rose gardens. From the lakefront there are views of the limestone slopes, suitable for photos from different points along the shoreline.
The lake has fish, and waterfowl are often found along the banks. Part of the water comes from local thermal springs, so it stays warm even in cool weather.
The park has benches and shady rest areas, souvenir kiosks and several cafes, and a children's playground. Entrance is free and the park is open year-round. It is located next to the UNESCO World Heritage site Hierapolis - Pamukkale.
Best time for photos - early morning and sunset.
The lake at the foot of the travertines: photo spots and a peaceful walk
The best time for a walk and for capturing the terraces reflected on the water is early morning or sunset, when the light is soft and there are fewer people. Good photo points are located along the lakefront and on the small footbridges.
You can take a rowboat ride on the lake - rentals operate seasonally and are paid for on site. Swimming in the lake is prohibited; warning signs are posted along the banks.
It's easy to get here: dolmus minibuses and regular buses run from Denizli to Pamukkale, and the journey takes about 30-40 minutes. From central Pamukkale it's a few minutes' walk to the lower entrance and the park, and there is parking at the entrance.
Nearby are the main attractions of the complex: the terraces of Pamukkale and Hierapolis with the ancient theatre, the Necropolis, the Archaeological Museum of Hierapolis and Cleopatra's Antique Pool.
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