Embark on an ancient cities exploration along the Turkish Aegean Coast. Discover the recently excavated city of Metropolis and the prophecy center of Claros, home to the Temple of Apollo.
Embark on an ancient cities exploration along the Turkish Aegean Coast. Discover the recently excavated city of Metropolis and the prophecy center of Claros, home to the Temple of Apollo.
- Claros - Claros is a significant historical site in Turkey. Situated on the coast of Ionia, Claros was an ancient Greek sanctuary featuring a temple and the oracle of Apollo, revered as Apollo Clarius. It was located 12 kilometers north in the region of Colophon, one of the twelve Ionic Cities. Two kilometers to the south lies the coastal town of…
- Claros - Claros is a significant historical site in Turkey. Situated on the coast of Ionia, Claros was an ancient Greek sanctuary featuring a temple and the oracle of Apollo, revered as Apollo Clarius. It was located 12 kilometers north in the region of Colophon, one of the twelve Ionic Cities. Two kilometers to the south lies the coastal town of Notion.
- Metropolis Antik Kenti - The first destination is the classical city of Metropolis. The site was inhabited during the Neolithic period, with evidence from the Hittite era as well. It showcases a rich history from the classical, Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman periods. The earliest known settlement dates back to the Neolithic era, indicating contact with Troy. The acropolis of Metropolis revealed a seal with hieroglyphics similar to those of the Hittites. During the Hittite period, the town was known as Puranda. Bademgedigi Tepe is an archaeological site with abundant local Mycenaean pottery, dating from the 14th to the 12th centuries BC and beyond. A significant discovery is a Mycenaean depiction of a ship on a Bademgediği Tepe vase, providing insights into the development of ship technology and iconography. During this era, the city flourished culturally and economically, primarily under the Hellenistic Kings of Pergamum.
- Selcuk - “The Pattern: A Language Before the Alphabet”
The handmade oriental rug is not just a piece of art but a journey through time and space to an ancient world of beauty and mystical allure. No other art form spans so many centuries, encompasses so many cultures, and captivates so many people as the Oriental rug. Discover the stories behind the captivating patterns and colors, which are tales, beliefs, and prayers. Observe the original images and pictorial writings using tribal and religious symbols, the same symbols found in architecture and sculpture. Witness how the creation method has remained largely unchanged for over two thousand years. Join us here today.

- Private transportation
- Carbonated beverages included
- Lunch provided
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- No fuel surcharges
- Free parking
- Private transportation
- Carbonated beverages included
- Lunch provided
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- No fuel surcharges
- Free parking
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Embark on a journey to two historical cities in the region - Metropolis and Claros. Metropolis, known as the ‘Mother Goddess’ city, was recently unearthed. Presently, archaeologists are exploring its treasures on the Aegean coast. Claros, known for its prophecy center of Colophon, belongs to the distinguished twelve Ionic cities. It houses the Temple of…
Embark on a journey to two historical cities in the region - Metropolis and Claros. Metropolis, known as the ‘Mother Goddess’ city, was recently unearthed. Presently, archaeologists are exploring its treasures on the Aegean coast. Claros, known for its prophecy center of Colophon, belongs to the distinguished twelve Ionic cities. It houses the Temple of Apollo, a significant prophecy symbol dating to Alexander the Great’s era. Brace for a 1.5-mile walk on mixed and firm terrain with inclines and between 15 to 25 steps. The itinerary includes a carpet demonstration, with the overall drive amounting to about 2.5 hours for this trip.
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