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Claros
Claros
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Claros
Claros is an ancient Greek sanctuary located in Izmir Province, Turkey. The site contains a ruined temple of Apollo. Archaeological excavations revealed that oldest structures in the site are dating back to the 10th century BC. Many monuments were erected during the Hellenistic and the Roman periods between 3rd century BC and 3rd century AD.
Site Information
Country: Turkey
District: Izmir Province
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: First Millennium BC
Oldest Culture: Ancient Greek
Later Cultures: Hellenistic + Roman
Site Features: Ancient Greek & Hellenistic & Roman Monuments
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Elevation: 6 m
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