Ephesus Ancient City in Izmir, Turkey
When you visit Turkey, don't miss a visit to the city of Ephesus located in Izmir, Selcuk, Turkey. This is one of the destinations that you must visit when you are in Turkey because it has a history of ancient Rome. This city has many interesting stories about ancient civilizations, about the activities of people in the era of world civilization.
In addition, even though it is half-collapsed, this city still looks very attractive from an architectural point of view. Many sculptures and reliefs are located there.
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Ephesus, The Lost City
in front of ephesus city
The city of Ephesus was in the colonial era of Athens in 10 BC. This city has been around for more than 1000 years. Ephesus is also called the lost city because before Ephesus was discovered in 332 BC, this city was lost due to natural events, namely an earthquake. The city was later discovered by the Persian government led by Alexander and then rebuilt by Tiberias.
Ephesus is now one of the cultural heritages in Turkey that is preserved and cared for by the government. There are several heavy types of equipment near the exit. Some of the buildings that began to crumble have also been rebuilt, although that doesn't detract from the ancient essence of the ancient city of Ephesus.
The History About The Roman Gods and Goddesses
In the city of Ephesus, there is a temple of Artemis, where this temple was built during the reign of King Croesus of Lydia. This temple is said to have been burned by the King who made it, namely King Croesus because at that time the Lydia government was defeated and taken over by the King of Persia, namely King Cyrus in 547 BC. During the reign of Alexander, this temple was renovated again so that this temple is maintained.
For your information, the Temple of Artemis is also one of the seven wonders of the world according to UNESCO.
The Health Symbol
In the era of ancient Greece, the creation of a health symbol in the form of a black snake and a stick because at that time there were no hospitals like now. According to our tour guide, the symbol came from a person who at that time used snake venom to treat diseases that were not easily cured. Until now, this symbol is used in every hospital in Turkey.
Goddess of Victory
In that era, the goddess of victory was named the goddess Nike. According to the history of the goddess, Nike can fly because it has wings. The right hand holds the crown made of olive tree leaves, the left-hand holds the palm leaves.
One brand later adopted the name and symbol of the goddess Nike. Besides Nike, there is also the God of Hermes, which means the name of the god of speed. The name and emblem of a well-known brand Hermes also adopted.
Medusa & Athena
there are two women in that relief. In first relief, it was Athena, and in the back was Medusa
It is said that in Ancient Greece, Medusa was a beautiful woman who could attract many men including the god of the sea, Poseidon. It is said that Poseidon raped Medusa. This made Athena jealous and angry and cursed her to be a terrible woman with many snakes on her head. He also has a curse, anyone who sees it will turn to stone. While Poseidon has been missing since then.
There are many versions of the story, but the most famous and told by our tour guide is that version. Poor Medusa.
Public housing at that time
It is a sign about something rule at that time... Correct me if I wrong
Public Bath
A common street that everyone walks on
A space to Meet and discuss
It is my short story about Ephesus City. All content are mine, capture by Samsung A22 and the story was based from my tour guide that I have recorded on the video then I transkrip here.
If there are similarities in my sentences, it's just a coincidence, not a plagiarism.
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Vivie Hardika
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