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 For many people, a typical vacation might involve lying out and getting some sun at the beach or shopping 
until they drop. But, if y ou’re looking to take a t rip in which you can broad en your horizons and soothe y our aching 
muscles, a fantastic opportunity  can be  found in south -western Turk ey . Ther e, two breathtakin g sites  await y ou. One 
is Pamukkale, an incomparable natural wonder. The other is Hierapolis, an ancient city, filled with Greek and 
Roman ruins from a bygone era. 
 In  T urk is h, Pamukkale means “cotton castle,” which is a fitting description for this attraction. In a picture 
of Pamukkale people might mistake the pure white scenery for mounds of snow. Yet, they are actually rock 
formations; they appear pure white due to mineral deposits left by the calcium-laden spring waters and volcanic 
springs that have flowed over them for thousands of years. Since the 2ndcentury B.C., Pamukkale has been a 
famous spa, visited by people who want to experience its beautifying effects and find a remedy to whatever ails 
them. 
 Built next to the “cotton castle” is Hierapolis, which means “Holy City” in Greek. Over its history it was 
struck by many powerful earthquakes. Today, many structures from the Roman era still remain. Tourists can walk 
down Colonnade Street, which used to be the main road when the town was bustling with people. It divides the 
city into two sections by large pillars on each side of the street. As they stroll along, visitors can see the ruins of 
many buildings, including shops, pantries, and ancient homes. Located in the middle of Hierapolis is the 
well-preserved Roman Theater. Back in its heyday, the theater had the capacity to hold 8,500 to 10,000 
spectators. People would gather here for concerts, sporting events, and religious ceremonies. But most of all, they 
came here for theater. Today, many statues depicting famous mythological figures from the theater have been 
restored and are on display inside. 
 In recent times, Hierapolis and Pamukkale became targets for savvy businesses. Many hotels were 
constructed over the ruins, and a road was built over Pamukkale for motorbikes, causing great damage to the sites. 
But, after the area was declared a world heritage site, the hotels were torn down and the road was closed. Now, 
people must walk on Pamukkale barefoot. With these safeguards in place, Pamukkale and Hierapolis should 
continue to heal and entertain tourists for years to come. 
46 According to the passage, what are the characteristics of Pamukkale and Hierapolis? 
nature and culture    shopping and dining  
bed and breakfast    swimming and motorbiking 
47 Which of the following is NOT a reason to visit Pamukkale? 
To appreciate the beautiful scenery.  To experience the beautifying effects. 
To take photos of the giant mounds of snow.  To improve your health by enjoying spa. 
48 According to the passage, which of the following statements about the theater at Hierapolis is true? 
It can still hold up to 10,000 visitors today. 
It is the only thing which remains from ancient Hierapolis. 
The most popular events at the theater were religious ceremonies. 
Some of the old statues were damaged but have been repaired. 
49 According to the passage, which of the following is true about Pamukkale in recent years? 
Many new shops are constructed over the ruins in Pamukkale. 
Tourists are required to walk barefoot on Pamukkale. 
Several roads are built over Pamukkale for motorbikes. 
Colonnade Street divides Pamukkale into two parts by large pillars on each side. 
50 What is the best title for this passage? 
A Typical Vacation for Tourists    Discovering Modern Turkish Culture 
The Unfortunate State of Hierapolis  Natural Wonders and Ancient Treasures