Pamukkale, Turkey

The natural wonders of the "Cottoncastle" in Pamukkale are truly a must-see sight. Huge stalactites, cascades, and mineral baths have formed along the the pure, white mountain side. These thermal hot springs have been bathed in since the time of the ancient Romans- used for their amazing therapeutic healing powers. 

For thousands of years a deep underground spring has been pouring out streams of hot, mineral-saturated water. As it has flowed down the mountainside, the steaming water has hollowed gigantic pool-like basins in the earth. The water's rich mineral content has coated the basins with a smooth layer of cotton-white rock.