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Priene
Priene
Priene was an ancient Greek city of Ionia located in Aydın Province, Turkey. The city was constructed entirely within the 4th century BC. The ruins include theatre, agora, sanctuaries dedicated to Zeus and Demeter and most importantly the Temple of Athena.
Site Information
Country: Turkey
District: Aydın Province
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: 4th Century BC
Oldest Culture: Ancient Greek
Later Cultures: Hellenistic + Roman + Byzantine
Site Features: Ancient Greek & Hellenistic & Roman Monuments
UNESCO Tentative List
Official Name: Archaeological Site of Priene
Date of Submission: 2018
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