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Monument· Selçuk, İzmir
Efes Helenistik Çeşme Yapısı
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4.8(37,176 on Google)Editor's Note
Efes Helenistik Çeşme Yapısı stands in Selçuk, İzmir, a monument raised to mark a historic figure or event — one of the small, often-overlooked landmarks that anchor Türkiye's cultural memory in physical form.
Highlights
- A monument with real historical and cultural weight
- One of the district's recognisable landmarks
Story
The Ephesus Hellenistic Fountain Structure, in this urban settlement regarded as the ancient heart of Selçuk, beautifully reflects the aesthetics and functionality that water architecture carried. Dating from the 4th century BC, this structure, with its arches built of cut stone blocks, displays the sophisticated urban planning of the Hellenic period. Considering that around 250,000 people lived in ancient Ephesus, one understands how vital such a water system was. What is interesting is that the special stones and ceramics found around the fountain during archaeological excavations show that not only water distribution but also ritual washing and medical practices were carried out here. When visiting Ephesus, seeing this structure up close on Museum Street is invaluable for understanding how the city's infrastructure architecture was created.
Practical info
- Hours
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Phone
- (0232) 892 60 10
- Address
- Atatürk, Efes Harabeleri, 35920 Selçuk/İzmir, Türkiye
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Location
- 37.9413°N · 27.3421°E
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