Pamukkale - One Of The Wonders Of The World.

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By Shukhrat Khakimov

In Turkey, said: "Who has not seen Pamukkale, Turkey is not seen." Pamukkale - outlandish natural phenomenon Ierapolisa. The name "Pamukkale" is translated from Turkish means "Cotton Castle" which is surprisingly consistent with the unusual and truly here, exotic natural landscapes. The spa is known since ancient times for its curative waters, and, indeed, the same scenery. Pamukkale, a wonderful place in Turkey, where the two "miracle of light" - the ruins of the ancient city of Hierapolis, and the unique thermal switches. The water temperature reaches 40 degrees, the air - up to 35 degrees. If you are connoisseur of natural beauty and ancient civilizations, you should be sure to visit Pamukkale - a place not only rich in historical and cultural values, and unique natural phenomena. In Pamukkale means a therapeutic spa. Treated here even the ancient Greeks. Treatment is effected by the reception of thermal baths, mud baths or drink mineral water, in combination with other methods of treatment. Water in Pamukkale, enriched with calcium, has a wonderful healing and rejuvenating properties.

The water from thermal springs, rich in calcium, many centuries of the stack on the mountain slope, and falling from high ledges a lot of waterfalls formed petrified white cascades, terraces and small swimming pools, wash in the sun. Afar, the mass of snow-white, contrasting with the background of surrounding hills, is in the imagination of vast cotton plantations. If you come closer to that of the castle, you can see the pools formed by hot spring water, which is directed downwards, creating frozen streams, similar to the fantastic stalactites reaching enormous size and shape resembling organ pipes.

Thousands of excited tourists do not stop to admire this fantastic landscape, reminiscent of fairy tale and given the name "moon". The healing power of water has been known to residents of neighboring cities Ierapolisa since ancient times. The entire area Pamukkale due to features of the landscape and the geological environment is under state protection. Pamukkale Thermal waters are used to treat the following diseases:

- Musculoskeletal system (rheumatism, osteochondrosis, diseases of the spine); - Gynecological diseases; - Cardiovascular diseases and central nervous system; - Skin diseases (eczema, psoriasis); - Disease of liver and kidney; - Hemorrhoids; - Obesity.

In addition to the resort used mud and drinking mineral water, which treat diseases of the digestive system. Water is reddish tint because of its high content of iron. During his stay in Pamukkale you can find many attractions of these places.

Travertine - natural park with a unique Pamukkale formations of limestone and travertine from natural underground thermal water. Hierapolis - an ancient city founded in 190 BC its monuments and ruins preserved to our days. Ephesus - well-preserved ancient city, which is one of the seven wonders of the world, the temple of Artemis. Afrodisias - famous archaeological center located near the Menderes valley, at the foot of Mount Akdag. It remained one of the largest amphitheater of ancient Rome. Karakhan - Excursion to the source of red water.

Lake Salda - a great place for practicing water sports. Walk into the mountains to the source of spring water, where you can discover the beauty of the nature of these places. Carpet factory - it is a great chance to get the opportunity to purchase the original Turkish rugs and prayer rugs are still weave manually, directly from the loom at an affordable price. Bazar in Denizli - here you can buy goods inherent Denizli.

In general, it is safe to say that Pamukkale - one of the wonders of the world.

Shukhrat Khakimov