Aphrodisias Tour

At 09.30 am, pick up from your hotel and drive to Aphrodisias. We are visiting one of the fascinating ancient cities of Turkey. Once Roman Emperor Augustus said, “I’ve chosen this city among the whole Asia Minors cities.” Aphrodisias educated the most talented sculptors in ancient times. We are going to see Sebasteion is a temple dedicated to the Roman emperors and Aphrodite. Theater, with three-story stage construction and has a capacity of 7,250 persons, dating back to 2C AD. Agora was the marketplace and the meeting point, dating back to 1C AD. The portico was dedicated to the Roman Emperor Tiberius. Hadrian Baths, dedicated to Emperor Hadrian, is one of the most important public buildings. Bishop’s Palace and the guest room located to the north of the courtyard, worth seeing and dating back to 5C AD. Aphrodite Temple, almost the most important structure of Aphrodisias. Because the city was dedicated to the deity Aphrodite, the temple dates back to 1C BC. Odeon had an important role in the city. It was an attractive place for the concerts; the capacity was 1,750 persons and dates back to 2C AD. Tetrapylon, the monumental gate built in 2C AD. The gate has Corinthian columns and lots of carvings on it. The symbol of Aphrodisias, re-erected 1984-1991 by archeologist Kenan Erim whose grave is near the gate.

After the ruins’ walking tour, we reach the Aphrodisias Museum to see many artifacts on display then proceed to lunch. We drive back to your hotel at 15.00.

After the Aphrodisias sightseeing tour, drive back to the hotel.