About this experience
You will walk through the ruins of Perge and Aspendos and appreciate 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 take a break from the events of the past, you will visit the Kurshunlu National Park, where you will breathe in the fresh air with the scent of pine and cedar and admire the picturesque waterfall.
What to expect
Perge – a journey through the ages
Ancient city of Perge is a find for connoisseurs 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 rule it gradually declined. You will also learn about Perge's relationship with Lydia, Persia, and the Seleucid Empire, and its connection to Alexander the Great.
Grand Aspendos and Kurshunlu Park
Aspendos is another interesting ancient city. You will see the preserved ruins of the basilica, hippodrome, and market square on its territory and appreciate the aqueduct responsible for supplying water to the city. You will also hear about what made Aspendos famous in antiquity and about the modern show that until recently took place in its stadium. Finally, we will visit Kurshunlu National Park, where you will enjoy bird songs, the coolness of the Aksu River, and the magnificent waterfall.
Organizational details
Entrance tickets to Perge are not included in the price – around 380 lira per person.
