In Pamukkale, balloons rise daily with 300 tourists

In Pamukkale, balloons rise daily with 300 tourists.

Pamukkale, one of the top destinations for balloon tourism, continues to welcome tourists every month of the year. Balloon pilot İsmail Hiraözlü, providing information about the balloon flights that host approximately 300 tourists daily, said, "Tourists are very happy to see the blend of Pamukkale's whiteness with the sunrise from the air."

Pamukkale, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and considered the 8th wonder of the world, offers a visual feast to tourists through its balloon tours. The balloons rise half an hour before sunrise, giving tourists the opportunity to see Pamukkale, Hierapolis, and Laodicea from the air. Balloon pilot İsmail Hiraözlü mentioned that flights continue year-round, stating, "Sometimes flights are canceled depending on the weather conditions. We host approximately 300 tourists daily and expect this year to be even busier."

He said, "Currently, we have a significant influx of Russian tour groups. Chinese tourists will also start coming soon." Hiraözlü mentioned that the tourists' reactions have been quite positive, stating, "Our tourists enjoy seeing the travertines, Hierapolis, and sometimes Laodicea from above. We generally host guests from Russia, China, Malaysia, and also Latin groups. During the summer, we mainly accommodate Russian tourists. Our visitors particularly appreciate the beauty of Pamukkale blending with the sunrise."