Aspendos Antique City
Aspendos Antique City
We will tell you a little bit of the city before you go to Aspendos, an ancient city, which dates back to the historical Christ.
Where is the ancient city of Aspendos? How to go?
The ancient city of Aspendos is located in the village of Belkıs, which is connected to Serik district in Antalya.
You can go to the ancient city of Aspendos with your private vehicle or you can go by public buses. You should take the Serik buses from Antalya bus station and go to the district. You can reach Aspendos Antique City by riding on the bus from Serik district.
History of Aspendos Ancient City
The city of Aspendos was founded near Köprüçay, the largest river in the surrounding area at that time.it has the Roman theater, which has been found in the Mediterranean and has the least damage to the present day. It is estimated that the construction of the theater started in 138. Zenon is the son of Theodoros, the architect of the theater. The city of Aspendos, where the theater is located, is a fascinating place in every sense. Due to its location, it is a region where both trade and wars are occurred throughout history. This ancient city, which dates back to the historical Christ, was primarily under the rule of Persian. Later, it is known that it was conquered by Iskender in 333 BC. A gap was formed with the death of Iskender and the ancient city came under the rule of Ptolemy. The most brilliant, eye -catching and developing period of the ancient city, which has been under many sovereignty throughout history, is the period in which the Roman Empire sovereignty. In the future, this fascinating city has continued to come under many sovereignty. In 1930, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk came to this ancient city and wanted to be repaired and reused.
Since the city is a major trade center, many travelers have become a stoppoint. It is mentioned that there is a currency of the ancient city of Aspendos, which is the subject of the pen of historians. It is even explained that it has the most valid currency in the Mediterranean. As a matter of fact, the biggest reason for this is that it is a big trade point. The most important product in the trade of the city is the salt used in cotton farming. This salt was obtained and exported from Lake Kapria at that time. It is also an developed city in many areas such as wine, olives, olive oil and horse breeding. Historians mention that the most famous horses of the Mediterranean are in Aspendos.
Structures that attract attention in the ancient city of Aspendos?
The basilica building in the city, the parliament building, and the monument, fountain, street, monumental tak and Hellenistic temple are the most remarkable buildings.
Visiting Hours:
The ancient city of Aspendos is open to visitors between 08.00 and 19.00 in summer. In winter, it welcomes visitors between 08.00 and 17.00. In addition, the ancient city of Aspendos is open every day of the week.
Entrance Fees:
The entrance fee to the ancient city of Aspendos is 50 TL per person. Entrances with Müzekart are free.
