Sagalassos Antique City

Sagalassos Antique City

Sagalassos Ancient City is one of the most magnificent and oldest historical heritage of Burdur. Sagalassos is 7 kilometers north of Ağlasun district, 1700 meters above the sea on the slopes of Akdağ. Sagalassos is the most important city of the Roman Imperial Period of the Pisidia Region. The majority of the buildings in the city belong to the Roman Period.

 

Sagalassos is also famous for its historical and cultural richness. The history of Sagalassos dates back to the 2nd century BC. The ancient city of Hierapolis, founded by King Eumenes II of Pergamon, is the oldest settlement of Sagalassos. Sagalassos was captured by Alexander the Great in 333 BC, and then it was connected to the Seleucid, Attalid and Galatian kingdoms. Sagalassos, which joined the Roman Empire in 25 BC, was chosen as the official center of the imperial cult of Pisidia by Emperor Hadrian. Sagalassos is also a holy city where St. Philippus, one of the apostles of Jesus Christ, was killed and his tomb is located.

 

Sagalassos is also famous for its natural beauty and architectural masterpieces. The most striking feature of Sagalassos is that hot water containing limestone comes into contact with the air and forms white travertines. These travertines are named Pamukkale because they look like cotton. Pamukkale travertines are included in the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage List. Sagalassos has 17 thermal springs with temperatures ranging between 35-100 °C. These springs are believed to be healing and are said to be good for many diseases. In Sagalassos, you can walk on the travertines, swim in the ancient pool, visit the ruins of the ancient city and watch the unique beauty of nature.

 

The most important structures you can visit in Sagalassos include the Fountain of the Antonines, Neon Library, Upper Agora, Assembly Hall, Church, Heroon, Temple and Cladius Gate. The Fountain of the Antonines is the most prominent structure of the city and is a magnificent monument where ancient water has flowed for thousands of years. The Neon Library served as the cultural center of the city and is adjacent to the Heroon, decorated with dancing girls. The Upper Agora is located in the center of the city and is surrounded by important buildings such as the Assembly Hall, the Church and the Temple. Cladius Gate is a magnificent gate at the entrance of the city.

 

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