🏛️ Ephesus-Metropolis
Major Roman city on the Aegean coast of Asia Minor
📌 Fast Facts
- UNESCO World Heritage Site (1987)
- Located near Selçuk, İzmir Province, western Türkiye
- One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (Temple of Artemis)
- Flourished as a major port and trade center from the 10th century BCE through the 15th century CE
Ephesus was one of the largest and most important cities of the Roman Empire in Asia Minor. The site encompasses remains spanning Greek, Hellenistic, and Roman periods, with peak urban development occurring during the 1st and 2nd centuries CE. Archaeological evidence indicates continuous settlement and cultural significance across multiple civilizations until abandonment in the 15th century ...