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Ancient City of Perge in Turkey
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- History and Location
- Perge is located 19 km east of Antalya, Turkey
- Founded in 13th century BC, conquered by Alexander the Great in 334 BC
- Became Roman colony in 188 BC, then Christianity in first century AD
- Never rebuilt after Arab invasions in 8th century
- Notable Features
- Famous for Hellenistic gate with two towers and horseshoe courtyard
- Contains mosaics depicting Oceanus, Medusa, and Iphigenia
- Two aqueducts supplied water, one 21km long from Duden river
- Six nymphaea, including northern with Cestrus sculptures
- Archaeological Discoveries
- Early Bronze Age pottery found on Acropolis
- Roman buildings from 1st to 3rd century AD discovered
- Houses include coins with Artemis images and statues of dressed females
- Visitor Information
- Daily visits available from Antalya with 20 TL ticket
- Museum Pass costs 60 TL for free entry
- Nearby attractions include Aspendos and Kurşunlu waterfall