Aphrodite's City

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September 5th 2007

Published: February 12th 2009

A rolling landscape of golden hillsides, rocky ridges and tall, green cypresses was flying past my window in streaks of sheer beauty. It was another lovely day, but I couldn’t really remember the last time it hadn’t been. My bus was filled with several interesting people, all of us bound for the ruined city of Aphrodisias, about an hour from Pamukkale. When we boarded the bus that morning o... Read Full Entry

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Keith Martin

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I am from Georgia, but I have lived in California for the past few years. I have been working as an engineer since I got out of school six years ago. I have grown tired of working the never changing rat race of ‘normal life’, so I am embarking on a multi-year round the world journey, a retirement of sorts, beginning with a winter contract job in Antarctica. From there, who knows where I will go, but I plan on seeing the whole world and all of the unique cultures, remote wildernesses and amazing history that this planet has to offer. I am planning on traveling as inex... full info

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The Agora

The agora at Aphrodisias was a huge place of sweeping colonnades and ornate fountains.

At the Agora

Though ruined the agora had countless lovely views through the columns.

Ruins at the Agora

This is the ruined structure at the end of the Agora.

A Stone Tiled Floor

This once grand structure is located at the end of the agora.

The Theater

I was short on time when I got here, but I couldn't miss it.

The Stage

Aphrodisias' stage was lovely in its simplicity.

Inscriptions

More than 2000 inscriptions have been recorded at Aphrodisias, which has helped archaeologists fill in many blanks about life at the ancient city.

On Stage

Finally, my moment in the spotlight - Sadly there was nobody in the stands to watch my performance.

Stucco

A hint at what some of the structures may have looked like.

A Wall of Carving

These architectural details were leaning against a modern wall waiting for the restoration of their structure.

In the Museum

Some of the finer sculptures from Aphrodisias' sculpture school can be found in the museum.

In the Museum (2)

In the Museum (3)

In the Museum (4)

A section of mosaic floor found on site.

A Self Portrait

I know, I look a little stony-faced.

13th February 2009

The Travel Camel
Shane Dallas

Ah - the memories!
I was in Aphrodisias in 1992 and as rennovation was just commencing, there were no other tourists, and the only sign of life was a large snake that slithered between my feet! Apart from the stadium, everything looks so much cleaner and restored - there is even a museum now. This brings back many memories (including the not-so-welcome Turkish bus journeys) so thanks for this entry - and especially the photos!

13th February 2009

Emma
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Hello, when looking at your pictures it instantly makes me want to go and visit these acient ruins. your blog was very interesting too!

20th February 2009

Moses
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Really great pics!
Your pictures really capture the moment of the time. I especially like the pictures of the auditorium. They really inspire the mood for vacation.

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