Magnesia on the Maeander
Excavations continue in ancient Magnesia
Excavations in the ancient city of Magnesia in Aydın province's Ortaklar neighborhood are ongoing. Magnesia, known as the "city of incidents" since it has witnessed many important events throughout history, is best known for its temple dedicated to Artemis, the fourth biggest temple in Anatolia, and Zeus temples from the 3rd century B.C. (AA Photo)
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Zeus Temple partially unearthed in western Turkey
Two-thirds of the Temple of Zeus, whose original state's copy is exhibited in the Berlin Pergamon Museum, have been unearthed during excavations in the ancient city of Magnesia, located in the Germencik district of the western province of Aydın.
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Gate of Zeus Temple discovered in western Turkey
Archaeological excavations in the ancient city of Magnesia, located in the western province of Aydın's Germencik district, have brought to light the entrance gate of the Temple of Magnesia Zeus, the replica of which is on display at the Pergamon Museum in Berlin.
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Excavations start in ancient city of Magnesia
Excavations have started in the ancient city of Magnesia in the Germencik district of Aydın province. (AA Photo)
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Ancient city Magnesia in western Turkey submerged once again
The ancient city of Magnesia, where excavations have been ongoing for 30 years, remains underwater after rainfall over the weekend submerged parts of the excavated site.
Located in the western province of Ayd?n's Germencik district, the 3rd century B.C. ancient city has turned into a lake with due to heavy rainfall and groundwater in the surrounding area.