Destination

Direkli Kilise

The pillared church in the Pamukkale archaeological site, dated to the 7th century A.D., has three naves, and the passages between the naves are separated by large and small pillars. The construction of many important church buildings in Hierapolis in the 5th-7th centuries shows that the city was both important in religious terms and a major center during the Byzantine period. 5-6.

Pamukkale, Denizli

Direkli Kilise and 6 places around it

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Direkli Kilise

Highlights

  • History
  • Faith heritage

Good for

  • Cultural routes
  • Heritage walks

Suggested visit:30 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Direkli Kilise sits within Pamukkale, Denizli. The toroti catalogue holds 90 described stops across Denizli, 21 of them in Pamukkale.

The nearest stop is Hierapolis Antik Kenti, 230 m to the east. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Istanbul – Denizli route passes 9 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Other places nearby

Hierapolis Antik Kenti230 m to the eastPamukkale Hierapolis Arkeoloji Müzesi370 m to the northwestHierapolis Büyük Hamam Kompleksi (Roma Hamamı)380 m to the northwestHierapolis Arkeoloji Müzesi440 m to the northwestHierapolis Tiyatrosu460 m to the northPamukkale Hierapolis Antik Kenti470 m to the northwest

Routes that pass close by

Istanbul – Denizli9 kmIzmir – Denizli9 kmIzmir – Antalya9.1 kmAnkara – Mugla13 kmAntalya – Denizli20 km

Frequently asked

What is Direkli Kilise?
The pillared church in the Pamukkale archaeological site, dated to the 7th century A.D., has three naves, and the passages between the naves are separated by large and small pillars. The construction of many important church buildings in Hierapolis in the 5th-7th centuries shows that the city was both important in religious terms and a major center during the Byzantine period. 5-6.
Where is Direkli Kilise?
Direkli Kilise is in Pamukkale, Denizli.
How long does it take to visit Direkli Kilise?
The suggested visit time for Direkli Kilise is about 30 minutes.
What else is there to see near Direkli Kilise?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Direkli Kilise; the closest are Hierapolis Antik Kenti, Pamukkale Hierapolis Arkeoloji Müzesi, Hierapolis Büyük Hamam Kompleksi (Roma Hamamı).
Is Direkli Kilise on the way anywhere, and which route?
Direkli Kilise lies 9 km from the Istanbul – Denizli route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.