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Pamukkale Thermal Pools

170 km (105 mi) from Selcuk on Rte. E87, Pamukkale, Turkey
Ranked #1 of 10 attractions in Pamukkale
4.5 of 5 stars 169 Reviews
Type: Hot Springs/ Geysers
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Marbella, Spain
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Loved soaking in the warm mineral waters. Beware of the surrounds that tend to be slippery when they are wet. Lots of lockers, a lifeguard, fallen columns and secret spots. You can purchase towels - around 15 euros, sit around the pools to have coffee, lunch or drinks.

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Madrid
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

It's a unique place, but go early in the morning as it's pretty big. If you want to see the most beautiful landscapes and not only the ones most tourists go to (artificial pools) you'll need time, and although it's "open" 24h, climbing down could be a dangerous task as a long part of the walk through rocks and pools... More

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Phoenix, AZ
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173 reviews 173 reviews
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53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Great unusual view of the snow-like landscape. The water was warm. Photo tip - look for the beds of flowers just behind you, then move to the other side of them to beautifully frame the green trees and white pools. Then move on to the giant cemetery.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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37 reviews 37 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Surreal natural carbonate formations, thermal pools and ancient ruins all in the same place. Best bet is to arrive the evening before and stay in a local hotel - make sure it has thermal pool - and then be at P as soon as it opens. You can avoid the crowds and have the pools to yourself. Once it gets... More

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Pasadena
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Well, it is interesting, but I would have used the time at Pamukkale for some other adventure in Turkey. The best reason to go these is to visit Aphrodesias along the way. Spectacular ruins and museum. It would be as popular as Ephesus except that it is too far away.

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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012
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The Pamukkale thermal pools are the perfect way to spend your time in Pammukale. Located near Hierapolis the ancient city which is equally interesting and fascinating. The white hills may look like snow hills but again one should not judge a book by its cover. There is a wealth of tourists from all over the world which may make it... More

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London, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

This place is just out of the world. If you are in Turkey and do not visit his, you might regret it. This place offers different views at all time of the year - you can easily spend a full day. There are a few ATMs and restaurants and then the road leading atop the hill (a road to walk... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012
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We drove a long way from Selcuk to get there but after the thrilling sights of Didyma, Miletus, Priene and then Aphrodisias, we were a bit disappointed. Hieropolus is very interesting and worth spending time, but Pammukale's terraces are a bit dull. Many are quite dry and others are constructed rather than natural. The main area was packed with tourists... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Actually it was my first time in Turkey. I took 1 day tour to Pamukkale. I am really happy that I went to Pamukkale with PERON TOUR cause they were so friendly and kind to me. We visıted the ancient city of Hierapolis, the Calcite terraces n we swam in the thermal pool. The guide was extremely knowledgable n had... More

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Euxton, Chorley, Lancashire
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

For me, this was a totally different experience and so enjoyable

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