Things to Do in Karacasu

Aphrodisias

Historic & Cultural

Aphrodisias was a Hellenistic Greek city in the historic Caria cultural region of western Asia Minor, today's Anatolia in Turkey. It is located near the modern village of Geyre, about 100 km (62 mi) east/inland from the coast of the Aegean Sea, and 230 km (140 mi) southeast of İzmir.

Sebasteion at Aphrodisias

Historic & Cultural

The Sebasteion Temple is located within the Carian region settlement near Geyre Village, which is part of the Karacasu district of Aydın province. It is a sacred area belonging to Roman Emperors, located on the eastern edge of the main street of Aphrodisias, which extends in a north-south direction, and to the southwest of the front courtyard of the Temple of Aphrodite. The place where the temple is located is an old area outside the grid city plan.

Roman Theatre of Aphrodisias

Historic & Cultural

The Theatre in Karacasu, Denizli, is a significant structure within the ancient city of Aphrodisias. Originally built in the Late Hellenistic period, it underwent extensive renovation between 38 and 28 BC. With an estimated capacity of around 7,000 people, it was used for dramatic performances, public assemblies, and later adapted for gladiatorial contests. The Theatre is within walking distance of other ancient sites such as Aphrodisias (171 m), Sebasteion (193 m), and Aphrodisias Tetrastoon (68 m).

Odeion or Bouleuterion of Aphrodisias

Historic & Cultural

The Odeion, also known as the Bouleuterion or Council House, is a historic site located in Karacasu, Denizli. It was constructed in the late 2nd or early 3rd century AD. This semicircular auditorium, approximately 46 meters wide, was likely used for concerts, lectures, and various performances, and also served as a meeting place for the city council. The lower section of the Odeion still has nine rows of marble seats. Within walking distance of the Odeion are other significant ancient structures, including Aphrodisias (93 m), Sebasteion (272 m), and Tetrapylon (163 m).

Tetrapylon of Aphrodisias

Historic & Cultural

The Tetrapylon in Karacasu, Denizli, is a monumental gateway of the ancient city of Aphrodisias. Built in the 2nd century AD, it served as the entrance to the sanctuary of Aphrodite. The structure was reconstructed in 1991 using 85% of its original blocks. The Tetrapylon is within walking distance of Aphrodisias (210 m), Sebasteion (212 m), and Odeion (163 m).

Tetrastoon of Aphrodisias

Historic & Cultural

Aphrodisias Tetrastoon is a historic site located in the Karacasu district of Denizli. This marble-paved and colonnaded square in front of the Theatre was built in the 1st or 2nd century AD. Its current form is due to a restoration in the AD 360s by a provincial governor named Antonius Tatianus. The west side of the square became a place of honor for statues of emperors and governors, with two statues, one for Theodosius I or II and one for Flavius Palmatus, surviving to this day. Aphrodisias is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within walking distance of Aphrodisias Tetrastoon are Aphrodisias (236 m), Sebasteion (192 m), and the Theatre (68 m).

Temple

Historic & Cultural

The Temple, located in the Karacasu district of Denizli, is a significant historic structure within the ancient city of Aphrodisias. Constructed in the late 1st century BC, this temple was dedicated to Aphrodite, the city's patron goddess, and served as its spiritual center. Around 500 AD, the temple was converted into a Christian basilica. Other notable ancient structures like Aphrodisias (133 m), Sebasteion (289 m), and Odeion (41 m) are within walking distance.

Afrodisias Müze

Museums

Afrodisias Museum is an archaeological museum located within the ancient city of Aphrodisias in the Karacasu district of Aydın. Opened to visitors in 1979, the museum exhibits sculptures, sarcophagi, and reliefs unearthed during excavations of the ancient city. The museum is particularly notable for the works of the Aphrodisias School of Sculpture, which was active from the 1st century BC to the 5th century AD. Aphrodisias (307 m), Sebasteion (118 m), and Tetrapylon (188 m) are within walking distance.

Gaudin's Fountain

Historic & Cultural

Gaudin's Fountain is a historic site located in the Karacasu district of Denizli. Aphrodisias Tetrastoon is 112 meters, Sebasteion is 234 meters, and Aphrodisias is 345 meters away within walking distance.

North Agora

Historic & Cultural

North Agora is a historic site located in the Karacasu district of Denizli. Aphrodisias, Sebasteion, and Odeion are within walking distance.