Travelling to Denizli

One of the quiet but rich cities of Western Anatolia, Denizli is a hidden treasure for both nature lovers and history enthusiasts. Places to Visit & Activities to Do Pamukkale Travertines: These world-famous white limestone terraces are a natural wonder formed by hot spring waters. Hierapolis Ancient City: Located just above the travertines, this ancient city is impressive with its structures such as a theater, ancient pool and necropolis from the Roman period. The architecture and view of the ancient theater are especially worth seeing. Cleopatra Pool (Antique Pool): Swimming in hot thermal waters among the ruins of ancient columns is a unique experience. It is believed that the Romans found healing in this pool. Laodikeia Ancient City: Located approximately 10 minutes away from Pamukkale, this ancient city is important in terms of both archaeology and religious tourism with its historical columned roads and structures from the early Christian period. Denizli Teleferik & Bağbaşı Yaylası: This plateau, which is accessed by cable car from the city center, stands out with its cool air and nature walking routes, especially in the summer months. What to Eat in Denizli? Denizli cuisine stands out with its simple but satisfying flavors. One of the most famous dishes of the region, tandır kebab, is cooked for long hours in stone ovens and served with pita bread. Other local flavors include: Dried eggplant stuffing Tas kapama Çökelekli pepper fried Aegean-inspired appetizers such as pepper tarator. Milk semolina halva, ice cream semolina dessert and saray lokması are recommended as desserts. In addition, the natural cheese and butter produced in Denizli's plateau villages are ideal for breakfast. Thermal Hotels & Healing Waters Denizli has one of the richest thermal water resources in Turkey. The red healing waters in the Karahayıt region are especially beneficial for rheumatism and skin diseases. You can benefit from services such as spa, mud bath, and hot spring pool in the thermal hotels in the region. What to Buy? Denizli is famous for its textile products. Especially bathrobes, towels and home textile products can be purchased at affordable prices from factories in the city center or local bazaars. Organic products such as natural jams, tarhana and thyme can be found in local markets. In Conclusion: Denizli may seem like a small city, but it is full of natural miracles, ancient history and healing resources.