Denizli launches 2nd Lykos Half Marathon in Pamukkale

The launch of the 2nd Lykos Half Marathon has been announced in Denizli, Turkey. Led by the Denizli Metropolitan Municipality, the event aims to integrate sports, culture, and tourism by utilizing the unique natural and historical landscape of the region.

The marathon route will feature the natural beauty of Pamukkale and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hierapolis Ancient City. During a recent launch event attended by figures from the sports, art, and business sectors, a promotional film shot among the ancient ruins was presented.

Bülent Bozbaş, General Secretary of the Denizli Metropolitan Municipality, stated that the goal is to create a strong organization that becomes synonymous with Denizli and gains international recognition. He noted that the event is part of a broader vision to establish Denizli as an international destination for active lifestyle culture, moving beyond its identity as an industrial and textile hub.