The Place Where History Meets Nature: Ancient City of Termessos
The history of this city began in 333 BC, when Alexander the Great surrounded the city and the people of Termessos made a strong defense and did not allow conquering of the city.
Rumor has is that the inhabitants of Termessos, which were Pisidian people, called themselves Solymi. This name, which was given to the mountain on which they lived, was derived from Solymeus, an Anatolian god who in later times became identified with Zeus, giving rise there to the cult of Zeus Solymeus.
The ancient city, where no settlement was established after its abandonment, has not been affected by external problems due to its location and height. Therefore, Termessos is one of the best preserved ancient cities that have survived to the present day, apart from the earthquakes and natural disruptions.
The ruins of the city in the archaeological site start with the wall on Korkuteli - Antalya Highway and continue until the summit of Mount Gulluk. There is a temple, which was built during the Hadrian Period, in the pathway climbing to the city from the entrance of the archaeological site, the Gymnasium, which consists several rooms and halls, and a columned street with shops in the southwest of the Gymnasium. The ruins of Roman villa, which is also known as the House of Founder and located in the southwest of the ancient city, is also one of the must-see attractions.
Termessos, where many temples and tombs are found, also hosts the tomb of Alcetas, one of the important commanders during the Period of Alexander the Great. The tomb is of great importance in terms of shedding light on the history of the city.
The most interesting work from Termessos at Antalya Museum is the Dog Sarcophagus that is exhibited in the Sarcophagus Hall. The uniqueness of the poetic inscription written by the owner of the dog, named Stefanos, is also important.
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