Ancient city of Aspendos

Aspendos is the ruins of an ancient city from the Roman Empire, located on the territory of modern Turkey. In Aspendos, a large number of ancient stone structures have been preserved, attracting many tourists.

The exact date of the founding of the city is unknown, but it is believed that it was founded immediately after the Trojan War, in the tenth century BC. Aspendos has a very rich history - the city has changed hands many times. Originally owned by the Persians, in 333 BC it was conquered by Alexander the Great, and later became part of the Roman Empire. In the following centuries, the city began to give up its positions and finally depopulated in the 13th century.

Today, the ruins of Aspendos are a historical monument and are the most important tourist attraction of the region. Time-beaten stone buildings are literally imbued with antiquity, and tours of Aspendos always make a strong impression.