Ancient Temple Of Apollon — Attraction in Pamukkale

Built on Plutonion, known as a religious and ancient cave, the Hierapolis Temple of Apollo is one of the oldest religious centers of the local people. Apollo met with Kybele, the Mother Goddess, in the region. Some of the old sources wrote that the priest of the Mother Goddess Kybele descended into this cave, but was not affected by the release of poisonous gas. The ruins in the Hierapolis Temple of Apollo date back to the Hellenistic period. Hierapolis Temple of Apollo is recognized by its 70-meter-long entrance steps.

On the stairs at the back of the Temple of Apollo in Hierapolis, there is an area filled with pieces, capitals, column bodies and bases taken from the Temple of Apollo. Reflecting the early periods, Hierapolis is a place famous for its Temple of Apollo, vineyards and grape wines, and called Asartepe by the public. Hierapolis Temple of Apollo, located 4 km from Bahadınlar village, is a historical heritage that bears the impressions seen in local cultural centers seen in many regions of...

The temple of Apollo is located in the city of Hierapolis. Now only ruins are present. The wall of temple as well as statue of Apollo are still intact. There are other ruins also around it. You will have to walk some distance to reach this spot. A guide is recommended to understand about the...

In September 24, work was underway to restore the road leading to the Temple of Apollo. If you follow this road north, you will reach Via Frontinus. As shown in the photo, there is a wide open plain, and you can see the remains of buildings from the 1st century...