DAILY TOUR 2/APHRODISIAS - PAMUKKALE TOUR (Aphrodisias-Hierapois and Pamukkale Travertens)
- APHRODISIAS
Aphrodisias was named after Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of Love, who had here her unique cult image, the Aphrodite of Aphrodisias. According to the Suda, before being known as Aphrodisias, the city had three previous names: Lelegon Polis, Megale Polis , and Ninoë , The city was later renamed Stauropolis in the Christian era.
- PAMUKKALE TRAVERTENS
Pamukkale Travertens are natural formations of limestone with small ponds at multiple levels.
- HIERAPOLIS
Hierapolis, whose name means "sacred city," was believed by the ancients to have been founded by the god Apollo. It was famed for its sacred hot springs, whose vapors were associated with Pluto, god of the underworld. The city also had a significant Jewish community and was mentioned by Paul in his Letter to Colossians.
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