Richard And Jo Demeester's photos with the keyword: calcite

A Tomb on the Clifftop

08 Jun 2013 200
This tomb, one of many from the necropolis of Hierapolis, is picturesquely situated on the cliff top. The calcite rich waters which create the travertines also run here, leaving the ground with a gleaming white coating.

Swimming, Pamukkale Style

08 Jun 2013 247
Taking a dip in one of the travertines. We were astounded how few people actually took advantage of the opportunity to get in the pools, considering how unique a location Pamukkale is. It didn't worry us, it just surprised us.

Pamukkale

08 Jun 2013 210
Looking down at the travertines of Pamukkale. Like a series of saucers, water runs from one to the next, leaving calcite deposits behind which are bleached by the sun.

Pools of Pamukkale

08 Jun 2013 243
Some of the upper pools of Pamukkale.