Ancient site· Urla, İzmir
Polihna (İyonya)
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Located near Urla, Polihna is an important archaeological site that carries the traces of the brilliant period of the ancient Ionian civilization into the present day. By wandering among its ruins, it is possible to grasp the features of Hellenic architecture and the city's strategic role in maritime trade. Its location near the Aegean Sea made Polihna a center of commercial development in antiquity. On these lands, home to different civilizations, the cultural layers of the Lydian, Persian, and Hellenistic periods are stacked one upon another. The remains of the ancient harbor show how dynamic a settlement this region was at the time. During your visit, you can closely examine the ruins to discover the architectural heritage and daily life of the people who lived in antiquity.
Practical info
- Location
- 38.4291°N · 26.5771°E
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