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Heirapolis |
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The necropolis in Heirapolis - yes it is a cemetary. The cult of Pluto, lord of the underworld, gave Heirapolis fame. The entrance to Hades is supposedly located near the necropolis |
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Domitian's Arch |
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The theater in Heirapolis is one of the most amazing sites on the trip |
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You can actually stand in the chariot tracks worn in the stones. |
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Martyrion of Philip - built in the 5th century AD - a monument to an early Palestinian Christian - maybe the apostle Philip mentioned in Acts |
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The theater stage |
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Mineral hot springs create these magnificent white cliffs now known as Pamukkale or "Cotton Castle" |
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Steps leading up to the Martyrion of Philip which is located high above the city |
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