Ancient City

Perge Ancient City is located in Aksu district, 18 kilometers 25 minutes drive away from Antalya city centre. It is open daily from 0800-1700. Perge was known as one of the most organized cities of the Roman period, the city walls date back to the Hellenistic and Roman periods. Two towers had survived in good condition at the entrance of the site. There are 3 thermal bath complexes with different temperatures dated back to the 2nd century, the heating system under the floor can be seen till today. The Agora was the commercial and political center of the city, with rows of columns and shops all around the centre courtyard. You can discover an interesting boardgame there. At the end of the columned street there is a monumental fountain dedicated to Emperor Hadrian. Perge stadium is one of the best stadiums that has survived from the ancient world, it measures 34 square meters with 13 rows of seats. Perge is also the holy city mentioned in the Bible. It is the starting point of the road, which is accepted as St Paul's way. Most of the artifacts excavated are displayed at the Antalya Archeology Museum.