Hierapolis (Pamukkale) - sacred destinations (sitios de interés)
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Hierapolis, whose name means "sacred city," was believed to have been founded by Apollo. It was the site of sacred hot springs, whose gases were associated with Pluto, god of the underworld. The city had a significant Jewish community and was mentioned by Paul in Colossians.
Today, Hierapolis is a World Heritage Site and popular tourist destination. It is definitely a "must-see" for anyone passing through the area in addition to interesting Roman ruins, the site offers a thermal Sacred Pool in which you can swim with ancient artifacts, a view of the spectacular white terraces of Pamukkale, and a good museum.
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