{"id":129,"date":"2021-02-15T12:14:39","date_gmt":"2021-02-15T11:14:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/antalyatouristinformation.com\/d\/?page_id=129"},"modified":"2021-06-20T21:55:44","modified_gmt":"2021-06-20T19:55:44","slug":"perge","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/antalyatouristinformation.com\/d\/things-to-do\/history\/perge\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to the Ancient City of Perge in Antalya: History and Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you spend time in Antalya, you shouldn’t miss the ruins of the ancient city of Perge, or Perga. <\/span><\/p>\n

It is one of the oldest ancient cities in Turkey and richest cities in ancient times and was the capital of the Pamphylia region. It will transport you back 3000 years. <\/span><\/p>\n

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. <\/span><\/p>\n

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What Can I Do in Perge?<\/h2>\n

The ancient city of Perge is one of the most organized Roman cities.<\/span> Among the important remains, you will find bath complexes<\/span>, four fountains, colonnaded streets, an agora, two basilicas, hellenistic towers, palaestras, a theater, a stadium, and a temple dedicated to Goddess Athena. <\/span>The fortification walls are still visible.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Perge stands out with both its architecture and marble sculpture craftsmanship.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The city was the hometown of several scientists and philosophers. The most famous of them was Apollonius, who was a master mathematician and astronomer in ancient times.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Theater<\/h3>\n

Located at the entrance, you will find a Greco-Roman style theater leaning against the side of the hill. It could accommodate up to 15,000 people. The facade of the theater has five gates and was richly decorated. The stage was also decorated with marble reliefs, some of which can be seen in the Antalya Museum<\/a> today.<\/p>\n

Stadium<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Perge Stadium is one of the best stadiums that has survived from the ancient world. It measures 34 square meters with 13 rows of seats on top of the vaults. The capacity of the stadium is 12,000.<\/p>\n

Fountain<\/h3>\n

A monumental fountain (nymphaeum) dedicated to Emperor Septimius Severus is standing near the entrance. Some statues and sculptures of the nympaeum are exhibited at the Antalya Museum.<\/p>\n

City Walls and Towers<\/h3>\n

The city walls date back to the Hellenistic and Roman periods. Two towers have survived in good condition at the entrance to the site. <\/p>\n

Thermal Baths<\/h3>\n

The thermal baths date back to 2nd century.  They had various rooms decorated with statues and a courtyard lined with columns and reliefs. The heating system under the floor can be seen today.<\/p>\n

Agora<\/h3>\n

The Agora was the commercial and political center of the city. There were shops all around the central courtyard. The flooring of some shops were covered with mosaics.<\/p>\n

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Monumental Fountain (Nymphaeum)<\/h3>\n

At the end of the columned street there is a monumental fountain dedicated to Emperor Hadrian. A statue of Kaystros (The God of the River) stands in the center of the nymphaeum in a reclining position.<\/p>\n

Entrance, Tickets, and Tours<\/h2>\n

If you have a Museum Pass, you can visit this historical ancient city free of charge. <\/p>\n