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Hierapolis Statue by Budget Travel Talk

Hierapolis Photos of the Holy Spa City

July 24, 2014 By Jan Robinson 27 Comments

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The Greco-Roman ruins of Hierapolis the Holy or Sacred City are unique in that they are conjoined with the Pamukkale travertines an unusual side effect being the amount of bikini clad bodies of all shapes and sizes that roam the site.  I am not a avid visitor of ruins and haven’t encountered this phenomena previously. While bikinis are to be expected on the travertines I somehow never imagined them making the transition to the ruined Holy Spa city. Hierapolis is an excellent Roman Site to explore and below you will find some Hieraolis Photos that show just how interesting a site it is.

[pinit] Hierapolis Holy Spa City above Pamukkale Turkey

The King a modern day Heirapolis.  While his blood line might not have been Royal his attitude certainly was.  I love the way that Turkish dogs always look supremely confident whatever their circumstances.

Hierapolis the roman ruins above the Pamukkale travertines

The following three photos are of the amazing Roman Theatre, which surely equals or surpasses that of Ephesus.  Restored in 1972 the theatre holds 12,000/15,000 people depending on sources.  As soon as we left the top of the travertines we could see the Theatre in the distance and were immediately drawn toward it.

Hierapolis Roman Theatre by Budget Travel Talk

Hierapolis Roman Theatre by Budget Travel Talk

 

Hierapolis Roman Theatre by Budget Travel Talk

 

Hierapolis Roman Theatre by Budget Travel Talk

 

Hierapolis by Budget Travel Talk

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

The Colonnaded Street of Ancient Hierapolis.

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

The Latrines.

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

The Frontinus Gates or Arch of  Domitian built in the year 82. These “boys” were determined to have their photo taken and insisted on us joining them. They took turns in taking the photo so they could all be in it!

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

 

Hierapolis Roman Ruin in Turkey

I leave you with a glimpse of one of the many wonders that await within the Hierapolis Museums.

Hierapolis Statue by Budget Travel Talk

For the Budget

Hierapolis/Travertine combined entrance fee – 35tl.

Entrance to the small Museum packed with excellent artifacts – 5tl.  Well worth the fee.

In warm weather I suggest using the entrance closest to Pamukkale at the base of the Travertines.

In cold weather (to avoid cold wet feet on the travertines) a bus/car to the top entrance might be preferable. A small car parking fee (1tl) applies.

Food and Drink is available on site but we chose to eat in Pamukkale afterward.

As far as I know there were No Pass Outs.

This post is linked to Nancie’s Travel Photo Thursday over at Budget Travelers Sandbox.

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Jan Robinson writes about travel on her Budget Travel Talk blog. A solo traveller in her teens, for the last 40 years Jan has travelled through Australia, Asia, Europe, Turkey and New Zealand with her husband. They specialise in road trips, caravanning and Independent travel without spending a fortune. Her favourite destination is Turkey and she is currently dreaming of Myanmar and Mexico.

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  1. Mike

    July 24, 2014 at 5:49 pm

    Hi Jan! Your photography is as amazing as ever. That would be odd for me too being surrounded by bikinis in the ruins. But, for the ruins themselves I’m all in! Especially that Roman Theater as I love to drift off and daydream, pretending to be sitting there back in the day 🙂 Thank you for including the pic of that majestic Turkish dog! That made me smile. I even showed it to Phoenix 🙂

    Reply
    • Jan

      July 24, 2014 at 7:41 pm

      Ha Ha I thought you would like the dog photo – he was so majestic and he was loving his spot on top of the travertines.

      Reply
  2. Johanna

    July 24, 2014 at 5:55 pm

    Fascinating Jan – your pictures tell a thousand words, but you’ve supplied such interesting information as well. Love it.

    Reply
    • Jan

      July 24, 2014 at 7:44 pm

      Thanks Jo, it is nice to have you back from your overseas jaunt.

      Reply
  3. Muza-chan

    July 24, 2014 at 6:06 pm

    Very beautiful, I wish to visit someday…

    Reply
    • Jan

      July 24, 2014 at 7:45 pm

      It is worth the visit Lily.

      Reply
  4. Molly S

    July 24, 2014 at 6:32 pm

    Those ruins looks incredible – and surrounded by such beautiful scenery. Great photos!

    Reply
    • Jan

      July 24, 2014 at 7:46 pm

      The setting was amazing Molly and with the pencil pines quite like Tuscany!

      Reply
  5. Jess @UsedYorkCity

    July 24, 2014 at 11:19 pm

    I love the view from the top of the theater looking in, WOW! So much history packed in here, I can imagine what a magical special experience it must have been!

    Reply
    • Jan

      July 25, 2014 at 9:52 am

      I admit that I am love that theatre Jess. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Michele {Malaysian Meanders}

    July 25, 2014 at 7:28 am

    Bikinis and ruins? You’re right about that being an uncommon sight. You’ve already mesmerized me with the Travertines, so I think that being able to explore such beautiful ruins right next to it really adds a lot to this day’s outing. That Roman amphitheatre’s stage is truly incredible.

    Reply
    • Jan

      July 25, 2014 at 9:46 am

      Turkey is always full of surprises Michele 🙂

      Reply
  7. corinnevail

    July 25, 2014 at 5:31 pm

    Jan, I love these sites. I know most people go in summer, but if there is any way possible to go in the winter months, it’s just amazing. Also, one of the neatest things we ever did is swim in the pool, heated by hot springs. There are antiquities under the water…and guess who else swam there? Cleopatra!

    Reply
    • Jan

      July 25, 2014 at 8:49 pm

      Yes the pool would be great in winter Corinne. It is amazing to think of Cleopatra swimming there!

      Reply
  8. Marcia

    July 25, 2014 at 8:46 pm

    Darn, no pictures of bikini-clad visitors? I’m crushed, Jan! LOL, seriously though, these ruins are quite impressive but I wouldn’t have put the two together. Love the amphitheater, pitch perfect sound and not a bad seat in the house. Those Romans knew a thing or two about design. Did I read that correctly – those are Latrines?

    Reply
    • Jan

      July 25, 2014 at 8:52 pm

      Yes that is right Marcia 🙂 I resisted taking photos of the bikinis amongst the ruins but will be showing one of the crowded travertines at a later stage!

      Reply
  9. Cathy Sweeney

    July 26, 2014 at 4:30 am

    Amazing photos, Jan — I can vividly imagine walking along the stone path. Visiting ruins can certainly be “hot, sweaty work”, but I guarantee that you won’t see my in a bikini at Hierapolis.

    Reply
    • Jan

      July 26, 2014 at 8:14 pm

      It was a funny sight Cathy 🙂

      Reply
  10. Nancie (@Ladyexpat)

    July 26, 2014 at 10:13 am

    I love visiting ruins like these. It’s easy to stand or sit and daydream about what it would have been like back in the day. That Greek dog seems to be right in his element. Can’t imagine exploring these ruins in a bikini. I see you left yours at home! 🙂

    Reply
    • Jan

      July 26, 2014 at 8:13 pm

      ha ha Nancie – I wore my one piece the next day, in the travertine pools, lol. 🙂

      Reply
  11. Marisol@TavelingSolemates

    July 27, 2014 at 11:17 am

    Beautiful, Jan. Lovely photos of the ruins, especially the theater. Glad to see views of what I missed during my visit in Turkey. I wanted to go to Pumukkale then, but I don’t remember why but they closed it off for visits that time. That king of modern Hieropolis is adorable!

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    • Jan

      July 27, 2014 at 9:34 pm

      That was bad luck Marisol (the site being closed). We found a few things closed in October as I guess it was a little out of season. I have found that all over the world. We never travel in season and like it that way, but it does mean some things are closed. He was an amazing dog. 🙂

      Reply
  12. Rachel@safari254

    August 1, 2014 at 2:55 am

    Amazing photos, incredible ruins … bikinis in the ruins – interesting 🙂

    Reply
  13. La Travelera

    May 3, 2015 at 6:34 am

    Planning to visit Pamukkale during our Turkish holidays and after seeing the pictures of this place, we will be planning coming here too 🙂
    http://www.travelera.es

    Reply
  14. Turkey's For Life

    February 15, 2016 at 5:39 pm

    “The Hilton of Turkish ruins.” Love it. 🙂 So long since we’ve been to Pamukklae and Hierapolis and we’re hoping to get back there this year – expecting to see lots of changes around the travertines.
    Julia

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    • Jan

      February 15, 2016 at 8:06 pm

      Can’t wait to see those changes Julia!

      Reply

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