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Turkiye
In this article, you will find all the important information you need to know before visiting the ancient city of Perge in Antalya on the south coast of Turkey.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the ancient city of Per-gay, one of the most significant and expansive archaeological sites in modern-day Turkey. Established over three thousand years ago, with some parts dating back to 1000 BC, Perge was once the…
Listen in the app2The Roman Theater — Art and Dionysian Legend
Our exploration begins at the Roman Theater, an imposing structure that stands as a gateway to the city's cultural history. Capable of seating fifteen thousand people, this theater was the artistic heart of Perge. …
Listen in the app3The Stadium — Chariots and Combat
Just a short walk from the theater lies the Perge Stadium, one of the best-preserved examples of its kind in the world. This massive U-shaped arena was the center of athletic life, hosting wrestling matches, racing, and festivals. …
Listen in the app4The Hellenistic Gate — The Fortress Entrance
Now, we approach the symbolic heart of the city's defenses: the Hellenistic Gate. Built in the third century BC, this gate is characterized by its two massive round towers which have become the iconic silhouette of Perge. …
Listen in the app5The Southern Bath — Luxury and Social Hygiene
Immediately inside the gate, visitors in ancient times would head to the Southern Bath to cleanse their bodies and souls before entering the city proper. The bath complex in Perge was essentially an ancient art gallery and social…
Listen in the app6The Agora — The Marketplace of Pamphylia
Continuing into the city, we arrive at the Agora, the central marketplace. This square was the commercial pulse of Perge, where meat, fish, and luxury goods were sold to the city's residents. …
Listen in the app7Colonnaded Street — The River in the Road
Finally, we reach the most famous feature of Perge: the four-hundred-meter-long Colonnaded Main Street. This twenty-meter-wide limestone road is flanked by monumental columns on both sides, but its most unusual feature is the…
Listen in the app8Closing
Our journey through Perge ends where it began, but hopefully with a new perspective on this ancient powerhouse. We have seen the grandeur of the theater, the excitement of the stadium, and the innovative water systems that made…
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What is Perge Antik Kenti?
Perge Antik Kenti is a place in Turkiye with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Turkiye |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 36.9575, 30.8522 |
| Last updated |