Located between white terrace of Pamukkale and Hierapolis antique city is Cleopatra’s Pool which happens to be one of the hidden gems found nearby. White terraces of Pamukkale also called as “Cotton Castles” are not deep enough to swim. You can only soak your feel or lie down in the shallow waters of Pamukkale. But if you are looking for a dip into the healing waters of Pamukkale, iIn between the hot thermal pools of Pamukkale and the ancient wonders of Hierapolis Antique City you will find yourself swimming in hot healing waters of Cleopatra’s Pool and getting this feeling as if you were an ancient Roman or Greek.

The famous pool was called Cleopatra’s Pool, actually named after famous queen Cleopatra, who was the last pharaoh of ancient Egypt. Local legends says, Mark Antony created this swimming pool as a wedding present for Queen Cleopatra. Still, it remains debatable whether Cleopatra was at Pamukkale or she if she even swam here, but this pool surrounded by the Apollon Temple established as the primary healing area of Hierapolis in Roman times. In 7th century several earthquakes hit the area that resulted to the columns of Apollon temple falling into Cleopatra’s pool. As a result, there was a transformation in structure of the pool and now it is surrounded by fragments of the giant Roman structures.

The peaceful surroundings of Cleopatra’s Pool in Turkey where antique columns stand alongside fallen stones gives one the impression that you have gone back in time. The warm mineral waters from the thermal springs of Pamukkale have been known to be good for relieving the stress caused by everyday stress of our daily life as well as some skin and other health problems. Cleopatra’s Pool is famed for its therapeutic properties of thermal waters that affect humans’ skins and bodies. The natural waters are rich in minerals like calcium and magnesium creates a feeling of well being. The nicely warm waters of Cleopatra’s Pool is good for your body and soul. Authorities ensure the temperature of the water at a level which is safe and comfortable for the guest to dip in or swim. It is around + 36 ° C or + 38 ° C. Also Cleopatra’s pool is shallow enough that one can easily soak in it, but you can swimm at deeper sides as well. However, the “sunken” ruins beneath the surface water create a touch of archaeology that makes one think the pool has secrets from ancient times.

Today, visitors of Cleopatra’s Pool also share what Cleopatra may have enjoyed before but in time the pool’s surroundings has changed. Today it comes with all the necessary contemporary aspects. They had toilets, benches, and umbrellas that enabled tourists to change their clothes as they experienced the old-fashioned atmosphere surrounding them.

Here are some tips for who are planning to visit Cleopatra’s Pool:

• As explained before, Cleopatra’s Pool is in between Pamukkale and Hierapolis so you need to get into the site from one of the entrance fees of Pamukkale and walk to the pool. Today, there is not a direct connection to the Cleopatra’s Pool.
• Cleopatra’s Pool is not a part of Museum Card system so you cannot use your Museum Card for Cleopatra’s Pool. You need to pay the entrance seperately.
• You will need to bring towels and swimsuits. Most people wear them underneath but you can just change in changing rooms as well.
• If you are visiting Cleopatra’s Pool as a part of Pamukkale Tour, the entrance fee of Cleopatra’s Pool will not be included. It is optional. To make sure, ask you travel consultant.

Cleopatra’s Pool is refreshing and ancient luxury for swimmers at the same time. People are equally attracted to the Cleopatra pool as they are to the age-old Pamukkale waters. Do not miss this experience if you are visiting Pamukkale and Hierapolis.