Pammukale

The video explores Pamukkale, a natural site in Turkey known as the 'Cotton Castle' due to its white limestone terraces formed by calcium-rich springs. It delves into the site's historical significance, including the ancient city of Hierapolis and a legend involving a shepherd and a goddess. The video also explains karst landscapes, highlighting famous caves worldwide, and concludes with a vocabulary recap.

What does the name 'Pamukkale' translate to in English?

• White Fortress

• Cotton Castle

• Snowy Hill

• Limestone Palace

How was Pamukkale formed?

• Through human construction

• By volcanic activity

• Through calcium-rich springs

• By wind erosion

Why is swimming not allowed in Pamukkale?

• The water is too cold

• There are dangerous animals

• It is a sacred site

• To prevent erosion

What ancient city was built on top of Pamukkale?

• Ephesus

• Hierapolis

• Troy

• Pergamon

According to legend, what caused the formation of Pamukkale?

• A giant's footsteps

• A shepherd's milk

• A goddess's tears

• A volcanic eruption

What is a karst landscape primarily formed from?

• Sandstone

• Limestone

• Basalt

• Granite

Which cave is known as the longest cave system in the world?

• Reed Flute Cave

• Nerja Cave

• Mammoth Cave

• Lascaux Cave

What role does water play in karst landscapes?

• It dissolves soluble rocks

• It creates volcanic formations

• It erodes the surface

• It deposits sand

What is the primary characteristic of karst landscapes?

• Flat plains

• Desert areas

• Underground drainage systems

• Mountainous regions

What is Pamukkale primarily made of?

• Sandstone

• Limestone

• Marble

• Granite