Monday, January 29, 2018
Aphrodisias | Turkey
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The archaeological site of Aphrodisias, dating back to the 3rd century BC, is located in southwestern Turkey, in the upper valley of the Morsynus River.
The wealth of Aphrodisias came from the marble quarries and the art produced by its sculptors. The city was named after Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love.
Aphrodisias is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Labels:
The Romans,
Turkey,
UNESCO
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