#Ancient City of Stratonikeia

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A 2175-Years-Old 'Dancing Moses' Statue Discovered in Turkey

The latest discovery in the ongoing excavations in the Ancient City of Stratonikeia, known as the city of eternal loves and gladiators, was a “Dancing Moses” statue, an iconic figure from ancient mythology.

According to the statement made by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the statue found in the works carried out in the ancient city is this unearthed statue is the sole original Hellenistic period piece attributed to a work famously replicated during the Roman period.

Today the ancient city is located in Eskihisar village of the Yatagan district of Mugla Province. It is one of the cities of the Ancient Caria Region. With an area of ​​7 km, it is one of the largest marble-built cities in the world. It is the only city-state with two major sanctuaries dedicated to Hekate and Zeus.

Historically, the “Dancing Moses,” considered one of the muses born from Zeus and Mnemosyne’s union, was reputedly crafted by Philiskos, a renowned sculptor from the second century B.C. While there are numerous Roman period reproductions of this piece throughout Anatolia and Greece, the newly discovered statue from Stratonikeia stands out as the only authentic work by Philiskos from the Hellenistic era.

Information about Philiskos, the renowned sculptor from the Hellenistic Period, is quite scarce. Philiskos was known for his work in bronze sculpture, particularly in creating statues and sculptures of athletes and gods. He was active during the 4th century BCE and hailed from Rhodes, a center for artistic innovation during that era.

Philiskos is often mentioned in historical records and texts for his mastery in portraying movement and anatomical accuracy in his sculptures. Unfortunately, none of his original works have survived, leaving us to rely on written accounts and references by other ancient authors to understand his artistic prowess and contributions to the field of sculpture during the Hellenistic Period.

Therefore, the discovery of the statue in Stratonikeia is significant for archaeologists because it demonstrates Philiskos’ artistic presence in the ancient city during the Hellenistic period.

The statue and pedestal were found during excavations inside the frigidarium of the Roman bath in Stratonikeia. However, the head and arms of the sculpture were notably absent from the findings.

Previously, a replica of this revered statue was discovered in the Roman baths of the ancient city of Perge, as well as another in Rhodes, demonstrating its widespread replication during the Roman period.

The statue will be exhibited at the Muğla Museum after the work to be done.

By Oguz Buyukyildirim.

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8th December 2023

A Dancing Muses statue 2175 years old was found in the ancient city of Stratonikeia, known as the city of eternal loves.

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This road used for processions connected the ancient cities Stratonikeia and Lagina where we still can find the remains of Hekate's best known sanctuary.

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A 2,200-year-old amphitheater in one of the largest ancient marble cities in the world, Stratonikeia, located in nowadays Muğla in Turkey's southwest, will be restored and brought back to life.

Professor Bilal Söğüt, head of the excavations in Stratonikeia and an academic at Pamukkale University's Archaeology Department, told Anadolu Agency Wednesday that the city was heavily damaged by earthquakes in various periods throughout history and the amphitheater was one of the most damaged parts.

"The restoration of the amphitheater will be carried out gradually with utmost attention," Söğüt said, adding that the historical cite became one of the most grandiose structures 2,000 years ago with its three-story stage building and monumental structure.

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The Ancient City of Lagina . The site of Lagina is an ancient Carian city located at Turgut village in the province of Mugla. Lagina Hekate used to be a Carian cult site belonging to the ancient city of Stratonikeia located at about 11 km from Lagina. During the recent excavations made by Turkish archaeologists, it has been discovered that the history of the site dates back to the Bronze Age, about 3,000 BCE. It became an important religious center during the rule of Seleucid kings around 3rd century BCE Major constructions were made in the 1st century BCE under the reign of emperor Augustus. According to the inscriptions found at Lagina and at the bouleuterion of Stratonikeia city, these two sites were connected by a sacred road. After the Hellenistic and Roman periods the Byzantines also settled at this site but then it was abandoned most probabily because of the earthquakes and invaders. . . Music: Beni Beni by Niyaz . . .

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Find out what the best Ancient Cities in Turkey are

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Ancient Cities in Turkey

Ancient Anatolian (Turkish) Cities, Ancient Cities in Anatolia, Ancient Cities in Turkey

Anatolia-the heartland of Modern Turkey is that region lying to the south of the Black Sea, to the east of the Aegean Sea, north of the eastern Mediterranean Sea and, inland, the Fertile Crescent, and west of the Caucasus-Azerbaijani districts. A very roughly hewn upland region for the most part, it has been both a home and a highway for a bewildering variety of peoples for as long as there have been humans.

This list (Ancient (Turkish) Cities) will give a brief overview of Anatolian chronology from the earliest times to the present. It does not pretend to be complete in any sense; Anatolia is a very large area, and though there have been times, like the present, when it has been completely unified, there have also been many times when fragmented local nations were the rule. In such instances, I have either listed the most significant among local conditions, or simply indicated a general period of local conditions. Even during times of union with large Empires, very often outlying districts were partially or completely autonomous; read Xenophon’s Persian Expedition for an insight into conditions obtaining in the Anatolian highlands of the Persian Empire, during the winter of 401/400 BCE.

Air View of Alacahoyuk ( Havadan Alacahöyük )

Alacahoyuk

Alacahoyuk; Situated in Alaca town in the city of Çorum, Alacahöyük predominantly shows the Hittite influence during the Bronze Age, although ruins belonging to four different cultural phases can also be seen.

Aphrodisias

Aphrodisias; With a history dating back to 5000 BC, the ancient city of Aphrodisias was established during the Greek and Roman times and is one of the most valuable settlements that have survived to the present day.

Asclepeion

Asclepeion Ancient City in Pergamon; An ancient medical center, the Asclepeion in Izmir province, is built nearby the springs that are believed to be curative.

Assos

Assos; Its history dating back to the 6th century BC, Assos is built on a dormant volcano of andesite rock, in the modern city of Canakkale.

Cappadocia – Historical Places

Cappadocia-Historical Places

Cappadocia-Historical Places; Cappadocia history and historical places of Cappadocia. Get facts, photos, and travel tips for Göreme National Park and the Rock Sites of Cappadocia, a World Heritage site in Turkey.

Çatalhöyük

Çatalhöyük; Founded 9 thousand years ago in the Cumra town of Konya, Çatalhöyük is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Ruins at Ephesus, Turkey

Ephesus

Situated in the town of Selcuk in Izmir province, Ephesus is one of the twelve cities of Ionia.

Halicarnassus

Halicarnassus; Named Halicarnassus in the ancient times and one of the most beautiful districts of Muğla province

Harput

Harput; Located within the province of Elazığ today, Harput has a history dating back to 2000 BC.

Kalamaki

Kalamaki; Kalamaki is situated in the town of Kas in Antalya province, also known as Kalkan, is impressive for its closeness to the ancient cities in the region and for its natural beauty.

Knidos

Knidos; Among the major settlements of the ancient times, Knidos is located at the edge of the Datça Peninsula which is a district of Muğla famous for its natural wonders.

Laodikea

Laodikea; The ancient city of Laodicea, in Denizli province, used to be one of the most well-known and important Anatolian city in the 1st century BC.

Letoon

Letoon; On the Fethiye-Kas highway, Letoon is originally founded in the name of Leto, mother to the Olympian divinities Apollo and Artemis.

Lotape

Lotape; Located in Antalya province among the Mediterranean cities with the warmest climate, the ancient city of Iotape was named after the wife of king Antiochus of Commagene.

Miletus

Miletus; Situated near to Soke, a town in Aydin province, Miletus earned its independence in the year 38 BC with the help of Roman emperors.

Myra Necropolis – Demre, Turkey

Myra

Myra; An ancient Lycian city, Myra is situated in the fertile lands of the town of Kale in Antalya.

Denizli Hierapolis Pamukkale

Pamukkale (Hierapolis)

Pamukkale (Hierapolis); Located close by the natural wonder of Pamukkale, the ancient city of Hierapolis was founded in 190 BC.

Patara

Patara; Located between Fethiye and Kalkan, the ancient city of Patara is known as the birth place of the Greek sun god Apollo.

Pergamon

Pergamon; is founded in the county of Bergama (Izmir), where the Aegean and Anatolia regions come together. P

Perge is very distinctive for its comprehensive visual perception compared to other archaeological cities amongst its contemporaries in the wider area.

Perge

Perge; Situated in the town of Aksu in Antalya province, Perge was founded during the Bronze Age.

Phaselis

Phaselis; Nestled amidst the lush green nature in Antalya province, the ancient city of Phaselis was founded in the 7th century BC. .

Priene

Priene; An ancient Ionian city, Priene is located within the borders of Aydin province.

Ruins of Ani

Ruins of Ani; The ancient citadel of Ruins of Ani is situated on the barren plains above the Arpaçay Valley which separates Turkey and Armenia.

The archaeological site of Sagalassos is located in SW-Turkey, near the present town of Aglasun (Location: Burdur)

Sagalassos

Sagalassos; Close to Aglasun, a town of Burdur province characterized by its natural beauties, Sagalassos is known to be the first of the Pisidian cities.

Sardis

Sardis; The capital of the kingdom of Lydia, Sardis is situated in the Salihli town of Manisa province.

Smyrna

Smyrna; is the ancient name of Izmir which is not only one of the earliest settlements but also one of the most beautiful cities of the Aegean Region.

Stratonikeia

Stratonikeia; The ancient city of Stratonikeia, situated near the town of Yatağan in Aydin province, was a member state of the Khrysaor Union and founded in the 3rd century BC.

Telmessos

Telmessos; Located close by Fethiye, Telmessos takes its name from the sun god Apollo’s son. P

Telmissos

Telmissos; Telmissos is on the Bodrum-Turgutreis road, three kilometres past Ortakent.

Termessos

Termessos; Built on a natural platform on top of the Mount Güllük (Solymos), Termessos is one of the best preserved ancient cities in Anatolia.

Ani, city of 1001 churches

The antique city of Ani

The antique city of Ani; in Kars province is another highly recommended ancient site worth the time to visit.

One of the richest cities of the ancient times and among the worldwide popular tourist attractions, Troy is located in the heart of nature in Çanakkale province. The ancient city of Troy was founded 5000 years ago and is now inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Troy

Troy; One of the richest cities of the ancient times and among the worldwide popular tourist attractions, Troy is located in the heart of nature in Çanakkale province.

Xanthos

Xanthos; Located around Fethiye, the ancient city of Xanthos once functioned as a capital of the Lycian League.

Zeugma After the Flood

Zeugma City

Zeugma City; Founded approximately in 300 BC by the generals under Alexander the Great, Zeugma is situated in the Nizip town of Gaziantep.

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Denizli Hierapolis Pamukkale

Zeugma After the Flood

One of the richest cities of the ancient times and among the worldwide popular tourist attractions, Troy is located in the heart of nature in Çanakkale province. The ancient city of Troy was founded 5000 years ago and is now inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Ani, city of 1001 churches

The archaeological site of Sagalassos is located in SW-Turkey, near the present town of Aglasun (Location: Burdur)

Perge is very distinctive for its comprehensive visual perception compared to other archaeological cities amongst its contemporaries in the wider area.

Myra Necropolis – Demre, Turkey

Ruins at Ephesus, Turkey

Cappadocia – Historical Places

Air View of Alacahoyuk ( Havadan Alacahöyük )

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Byzantine tombs unearthed in marble city

Some 65 Byzantine-era tombs have been unearthed in the most recent archaeological excavations in the ancient city of Stratonikeia, known as the city of gladiators in the western province of Muğla’s Yatağan district.

“We are continuing works in the graveyard field. Sixty-five Byzantine era tombs were unearthed in the ancient city. The tombs belong to both adults and children,” said the head of the excavations, Pamukkale University Professor Bilal Söğüt.

Teams have uncovered finds related to a settlement from 3,500 years ago, as well as many artifacts from various periods of time, Söğüt said.

He said the ancient city of Stratonikeia, the world’s largest marble city, had retained its importance in the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Anatolian beylik, Ottoman and Republican eras, adding that it was listed on the UNESCO Tentative List.  Read more.

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Stratonikeia: Carian Day Dream

Stratonikeia is a place out of a dream. Ancient marble structures still intact and many with missing parts gleam under the sun. Everywhere the ground is bursting forth with hundreds of pieces from past eras: Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Selcuks, Ottomans and Republic. The span of this ancient site surprised me and it seems endless in its array of treasures and histories. Since the late 1970′s, Stratonikeia has been under excavation. Amos, it's Agean sister city, has yet to be properly excavated and I always wonder just what magical discoveries lie underfoot. It was incredible to see just how deep many of the excavated structures at Stratonikeia were buried under the earth. Mosaic tiles, columns, piles and piles of random architectural decorations carved in stone are arranged in rows creating a new topography in this still unfrequented archeological dream come true.

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