Foreign Tourists Discover Turkish Hospitality and Flavors in Pamukkale
Pamukkale, one of Turkey’s most stunning natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, continues to attract visitors from across Europe. British and German tourists arriving through Marmaris were welcomed at the Soyluer family’s establishment, where they experienced genuine Turkish hospitality and traditional cuisine.
Local Favorites with Famous Kale Pepper
The tourists, especially from the UK and Germany, enjoyed local dishes such as tatar and the famous Kale pide made with the region’s registered spicy Kale pepper. Other popular choices included döner, kebabs, and börek, all representing the richness of Turkish culinary culture.
Rising Interest in Winter Tours
After the summer season ended, interest in winter tours increased significantly. Many European tourists traveling from Marmaris explore the historical sites of Aphrodisias, Ephesus, Hierapolis, and Laodicea, eventually reaching the “White Paradise” of Pamukkale. One of their first stops is the Soyluer family’s facility in Kale, Denizli, which has served visitors for more than 40 years.
Interview with Murat Soyluer
Murat Soyluer, the tourism operator, shared details about their ongoing work:
“After the summer season, our winter tours begin and continue until the end of May. Groups arriving from Rhodes through Marmaris always choose our facility for food and rest. We do our best to represent Turkish hospitality and promote our national cuisine.”
He added that their business was founded by their parents decades ago and that the new generation continues to modernize it:
“We aim to promote our local products, especially the Kale pepper and our special pide. Tourists love our regional dishes and are eager to learn more about Turkish culinary traditions.”
European Tourists Admire Turkish Cuisine
Soyluer noted that they host between four and five tourist buses every day, mostly visitors from England, Germany, Belgium, and France. He also mentioned that domestic tour groups from Bodrum, Marmaris, and Muğla have long chosen their facility as a stopover point.
The German tourist Louis König said:
“I first came to Turkey 20 years ago and have returned whenever I could. Of all the cities I’ve seen, I love Çeşme the most. Turkish food is great — especially döner and kebab.”
The British visitor Margaret Johnson also shared her impressions:
“It’s my first time visiting Pamukkale, and I’m very excited. I loved Istanbul and the Grand Bazaar. Among Turkish dishes, I enjoyed börek and eggplant-based meals the most.”
With its warm hospitality, cultural heritage, and stunning natural beauty, Pamukkale remains one of Turkey’s most beloved destinations for international travelers.
