Smyrna - Wikipedia
WEBSmyrna (/ ˈsmɜːrnə / SMUR-nə; Ancient Greek: Σμύρνη, romanized: Smýrnē, or Σμύρνα, Smýrna) was an Ancient Greek city located at a strategic point on the Aegean coast of Anatolia. Due to its advantageous port conditions, its ease of defence, and its good inland connections, Smyrna rose to prominence.
Agora of Smyrna - Wikipedia
WEBThe Agora of Smyrna, alternatively known as the Agora of İzmir (Turkish: İzmir Agorası), is an ancient Roman agora located in Smyrna (present-day İzmir, Turkey). Originally built by the Greeks in the 4th century BC, the agora was ruined by an earthquake in 178 AD. [1]
Old Smyrna - Wikipedia
WEBOld Smyrna (Greek Παλαιὰ Σμύρνα, Palaia Smyrna, Turkish Eski Smyrna) is an ancient Greek exonym first known to have been applied by Strabo (14.1.37) to a city of the endonym Σμύρνα, Smyrna. It had existed at the same location on the Bay of Smyrna, Turkey, since prehistoric times.
Old Smyrna - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBOn the very small promontory located at the foot of Yamanlar Mountain (ancient Sipylos) in Bayrakli was founded Old Smyrna. There inhabited since the beginning of the 3rd millennium. You can see at Old Smyrna the City Wall, Athena Tempel, graves, and houses from 7-4. century BC. Duration: 2-3 hours.
Old Smyrna - The Possible Home of Homer in Anatolia - ThoughtCo
WEBMay 29, 2019 · Old Smyrna, also known as Old Smyrna Höyük, is one of several archaeological sites within the modern day limits of Izmir in Western Anatolia, in what is today Turkey, each reflecting early versions of the modern day port city.
İzmir Agora Archaeological Site | Turkish Museums
WEBSmyrna’s Agora is an open air archaeological site and the excavations conducted here began as one of the first excavations of the Turkish Republic in 1932 and maintained by Selahattin KANTAR, Director of Izmir Museum, and Rudolf NAUMANN until 1941.
Agora of Smyrna – İzmir, Turkey - Atlas Obscura
WEBMar 2, 2021 · Discover Agora of Smyrna in İzmir, Turkey: An underground network of massive stone arches and their skylit vaults support ruins of portico structures above.
The Agora of Smyrna | Izmir, Türkiye | A Walking Tour.
WEBDec 13, 2022 · The Agora of Smyrna, alternatively known as the Agora of İzmir (Turkish: İzmir Agorası), is an ancient Roman agora located in Smyrna (present-day İzmir, Turk...
Smyrna Ancient City: City of The Amazons – VoyageTurkey
WEBJan 6, 2019 · The ancient city of Smyrna was situated on the Aegean coast of Anatolia, in what is now modern-day İzmir, Turkey. Its strategic location made it a vital center for trade and commerce, connecting the Aegean region with the rest of Anatolia and beyond.
Agora of Smyrna | How To Visit The Ancient Site In Modern Izmir
WEBHow to visit Agora of Smyrna while travelling in Izmir, Turkey. All you nees to know about the Agora of Smyrna, including ticket price, ...
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