About this experience
You will explore the ruins of Perge and Aspendos, appreciating the preserved squares, amphitheaters, temples, and baths. We will tell you about the history of these once flourishing cities and what led to their decline. To relax from the events of the past, you will visit the Kurşunlu National Park, where you will breathe in the fresh air with the aroma of pine and cedar and admire the picturesque waterfall.
What to Expect
Perge - a Journey through the Ages
Ancient city of Perge is a gem for lovers of ancient history. You will explore the ruins of the amphitheater and the Temple of Artemis and see what remains of the Roman baths, stadium, and gates. We will reveal who owned the city in different eras, how it became the center of Pamphylia, and why during the Byzantine dominance it gradually declined. You will also learn about Perge's connections to Lydia, Persia, the Seleucid Empire, and its association with Alexander the Great.
Grand Aspendos and Kurşunlu Park
Aspendos is another interesting ancient city. You will see the ruins of the basilica, the hippodrome, and the marketplace on its territory, and appreciate the aqueduct responsible for the city's water supply. You will also hear about what made Aspendos famous in antiquity and the modern show that was held in its stadium until recently. To conclude, we will visit the Kurşunlu National Park, where you will enjoy the birdsong, the coolness of the Aksu River, and the magnificent waterfall.
Organizational Details
Entrance tickets to Perge are not included in the price - around 380 Turkish liras per person.
