Review:

Pamukkale is a word that means "cotton castle" in English, and once you visit this incredible natural site, it's easy to see how it got its name. Hot mineral-rich streams of water cascade down the terraces of a towering mountain, leaving behind a gleaming white coat of calcite. Most of the terraces are off-limits to tourists, but a series of artificial pools allows visitors to bathe in the steamy water. The site gets quite busy during the day, but visitors can choose to stay in the nearby village of Pamukkale and head to the site in the early evening.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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