World Heritage Identification Number: 1519
World Heritage since: 2017
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇹🇷 Türkiye
Continent: Asia
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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Aphrodisias: Ancient City of Love and Art in Southwestern Turkey
Aphrodisias, officially recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017, is a fascinating archaeological treasure located in the upper valley of the Morsynus River in southwestern Turkey. This ancient city, steeped in history and mythology, offers a unique blend of culture, art, and architectural wonders that have captivated scholars and tourists alike for centuries.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
Located in southwestern Turkey, in the upper valley of the Morsynus River, the site consists of two components: the archaeological site of Aphrodisias and the marble quarries northeast of the city. The temple of Aphrodite dates from the 3rd century BC and the city was built one century later. The wealth of Aphrodisias came from the marble quarries and the art produced by its sculptors. The city streets are arranged around several large civic structures, which include temples, a theatre, an agora and two bath complexes.
Encyclopedia Record: Aphrodisias
Aphrodisias was a Hellenistic Greek city in the historic Caria cultural region of western Asia Minor, today's Anatolia in Turkey. It is located near the modern village of Geyre, about 100 km (62 mi) east/inland from the coast of the Aegean Sea, and 230 km (140 mi) southeast of İzmir.Additional Site Details
Area: 152.25 hectares
(iii) — Unique or exceptional testimony to a cultural tradition
(iv) — Outstanding example of a type of building or landscape
(vi) — Directly associated with events or living traditions
Coordinates: 37.7083333333 , 28.7236111111
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