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Pinara Seydikemer, Muğla, Türkiye Last Updated: 12/20/2025 |
| Pinara was a major city of ancient Lycia located at the foot of Mount Cragus (now Mount Babadağ), and not far from the western bank of the Xanthos River, which shared the same name as the ancient city of Xanthos (now the Eşen River). | |
| Most of the stone tombs here are of the residential type, and one of them is particularly significant because of the reliefs on the eaves and front walls. These reliefs depict a city surrounded by walls. It is believed that the city depicted in the tomb's relief is Pınara, and that the tomb may belong to a prince of Pınara. | |
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Kibyra Ancient City Place » Historical Place Cibyra, or Kibyra, also known as Cibyra Magna, is an ancient Greek city located near the modern town of Gölhisar, in the province of Burdur, at an altitude of 1,350 meters above sea level, amidst juniper and cedar forests. Kibyra, with its longest decorative strip on its walls, is notable for its sculptures of wrestlers from ancient Anatolian history. 3 views 💖 1 👍 0Horzum, 15400 Gölhisar/Burdur, Türkiye |
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Great Mosque and Hospital of Divrigi Place » Historical Place The Great Mosque and Hospital of Divrigi was built in 1228–1229 by the local Mengujekid dynasty in the small town of Divriği in Anatolia, now Sivas province, Türkiye. The structure is renowned for transforming architecture into sculpture, with gates and surfaces so intricately carved that the stone appears to be woven. 33 views 💖 1 👍 0Kemenkeş, Ulu Cami Cd., 58300 Divriği/Sivas, Türkiye |
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Archaeological site of Hattusha Place » Historical Place The Hattusha archaeological site is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Türkiye. It was once the capital of the Hittite Empire during the second millennium BC and is renowned for its impressive ruins and significant historical importance. Hattusha served as the political, military, and religious center of the Hittite Empire. 30 views 💖 1 👍 0Hisar, 19310 Boğazkale/Çorum, Türkiye |
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Sardes Ancient City Place » Historical Place Sardis, commonly known as Sardes, holds a significant place in history as an ancient political and cultural center, having once been the capital of the Kingdom of Lydia in Anatolia. Located in present-day Turkey, the city played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape and cultural development of the region. 53 views 💖 1 👍 0Zafer, Belediye Cd. No:124, 45300 Salihli/Manisa, Türkiye |
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Kızılkoyun Roman Tombs Place » Historical Place The Kızılkoyun Roman Tombs (Kızılkoyun Nekropolü) in Şanlıurfa, Türkiye, is an important archaeological site dating from the Roman period, specifically from the 2nd to the 4th centuries AD. The necropolis comprises between 75 and 103 tombs carved into the rock face and decorated with reliefs, sculptures, and even door mechanisms. 52 views 💖 1 👍 0Yeni, Haleplibahçe Cd. No:115, 63210 Şanlıurfa Merkez/Şanlıurfa, Türkiye |
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Pergamon Ancient City Place » Historical Place In the Aegean region, on a hillside overlooking an area irrigated by the Bakırçay River, lie the ruins of a city known in antiquity as Kaikos. This city was Pergamon, the heart of the ancient world. Its archaeological layers contain significant evidence reflecting the region's remarkable cultural synthesis and the historical continuity of the relationships between these cultures. 56 views 💖 1 👍 0Ulucamii, Akropol Cd. No:6, 35700 Bergama/İzmir, Türkiye |
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Miletus Place » Historical Place Miletus was an influential ancient Greek city located on the western coast of Anatolia, near the mouth of the Maeander River in modern-day Türkiye. Renowned since antiquity for its wealth, maritime power, and extensive colonial network, Miletus was a major center of trade, culture, and innovation from the Bronze Age through the Roman period. 55 views 💖 1 👍 0Balat, Hacılar Sk No:9, 09290 Didim/Aydın, Türkiye |
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Pamukkale Place » Historical Place Pamukkale, meaning "cotton castle" in Turkish, is a unique natural and historical site located in southwestern Turkey. Pamukkale offers a remarkable combination of natural beauty and historical heritage. It is a popular tourist destination for those seeking to explore the fascinating terraces, ancient ruins, and enjoy the therapeutic properties of the thermal waters. 931 views 💖 5 👍 1Turkey |
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Turkey Place » City Turkey, officially known as the Republic of Turkey, is a transcontinental country located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Ankara is Turkey's capital and second-largest city; Istanbul is its largest city and main financial centre. The country's population was 85,279,553 in 2022. 277 views 💖 1 👍 0Turkey |
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Derinkuyu Underground City Place » Historical Place The Derinkuyu Underground City is an ancient multi-level underground city and a fascinating historical site located in the town of Derinkuyu in the Nevşehir Province of Turkey. It offers a unique glimpse into the underground life of the people of Cappadocia and serves as a testament to their resilience and adaptability. 510 views 💖 1 👍 0Bayramlı, Niğde Cd., 50700 Derinkuyu/Nevşehir, Türkiye |