Pessinus was an ancient Phrygian city located in central Anatolia, near the modern town of Ballıhisar in Turkey. The city was famous for its religious significance, particularly as the center of the cult of Cybele, the Phrygian mother goddess. It was one of the most important cities of the ancient Phrygian Kingdom.Geographical LocationPessinus was strategically…
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Perga
Perga was an ancient city located in the region of Pamphylia, in what is now Turkey. Its ruins lie near the modern town of Aksu, close to the Mediterranean coast. Perga flourished during the Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine periods, becoming a prominent city in the ancient world.Early HistoryPerga’s origins date back to the early Bronze…
Panionium
Panionium was a significant religious and political site in the ancient Greek world, located in the region of Ionia. It was primarily known as the sanctuary of the god Poseidon and served as the religious center for the Ionian cities. This site played a key role in the religious, cultural, and political life of the…
Simena
Simena, an ancient city located on the southern coast of Turkey, offers significant insight into the history and culture of the region. The site, now known as Kaleköy, was an important settlement during antiquity. Archaeological evidence shows its strategic position along the Mediterranean coast. Its ruins blend Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine architectural elements, revealing a…
Selge
Selge was an ancient city located in the rugged mountains of Pisidia, in modern-day Turkey. It stood on the southern side of the Sultan Mountains, near the modern town of Altınkaya, in the Isparta Province. The city was an important cultural and political center during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. Its history, architecture, and geographic…
Seleucia
Seleucia was an ancient city founded in the early 3rd century BC by Seleucus I Nicator, one of Alexander the Great’s generals. Seleucus established it as a major city in the Seleucid Empire. It served as a hub for administration, trade, and military activity in the region.LocationSeleucia was strategically positioned on the Tigris River in…