Ancient city of Hierapolis, adjacent to Pamukkale, Turkey (© Julian Kaesler/Getty Images)

【November 7 2013】The ruins of the city of Hierapolis in southwest Turkey date from the region's era of Roman rule. Once a bustling destination famous for its hot spring baths, amphitheater, and Plutonium (a gate believed to lead to the underworld), Hierapolis was sacked by armies and felled by at least three earthquakes before it was abandoned during the 14th century.Explore breathtaking Gallery from the HuluTrip homepage over the past 5 years..