It was the capital of the Roman province of Pamphylia Secunda, now located in Antalya Province on the southwestern Mediterranean coast of Turkey. Today its ruins lie 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) east of Antalya. It was the birthplace of Apollonius of Perga, one of the most notable ancient Greek mathematicians for his work on conic sections.

Sep 19, 2023 · Are you planning on visiting the Ancient City of Perge from Antalya? Then here's a complete guide to how to get there, what to see and more!

Dec 2, 2024 · The stunning ancient city of Perge contains some of the most beautiful Hellenistic and Roman Ruins in Turkey and is easily accessible from the modern city of Antalya. The city is rich with history as Alexander the Great once strode through its gates, and the Apostle Paul preached there on his missionary journeys.

Perga, ancient city of Pamphylia, now in Antalya il (province), Turkey. It was a centre of native culture and was a seat of the worship of “Queen” Artemis, a purely Anatolian nature goddess.

If you spend time in Antalya, you shouldn't miss the ruins of the ancient city of Perge, or Perga. It is one of the oldest ancient cities in Turkey and one of the richest cities in ancient times. It was the capital of the Pamphylia region and will transport you back 3000 years.

The historical site of Perge, 18 kilometers east of Turkey, holds the vast remains of what was once the most propserous city of the ancient world. Enter by passing through the arch of the Roman Gate to be greeted by an amphitheater, the Hellenistic Gate (quite well preserved) and richly decorated remains of the city wall and much more.

Jul 19, 2021 · The ancient city of Perge was one of the richest and most beautiful cities in the old world during the Hellenistic period, famous for its architecture and sculpture. It was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2009.

Perge is one of the most popular historical sites along the Antalya region. Being an ancient Greek city, Perge is famous for its Roman ruins dating back to 1300 BC and its big amphitheater with a capacity of 15,000 people.

Jul 22, 2021 · The ancient city of Perge near Antalya in Turkey is now an impressive archaeological site containing a wealth of ancient ruins, mostly dating back to the Roman period, though the city itself has a history dating back well into antiquity.

Sep 3, 2024 · According to ancient Greek mythology, this ancient city was founded by immigrants after the Trojan War. It showed its greatest development during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. Especially with the rise of the Roman Empire, the city prospered and magnificent buildings were built.