Sanctuary of Demeter

57 m · Priene was an ancient Greek city of Ionia located at the base of an escarpment of Mycale, about 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) north of what was then the course of the Maeander River. It was 67 kilometres (42 mi) from ancient Anthea, 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) from ancient Aneon and 25 kilometres (16 mi) from ancient Miletus. The city was built on the sea coast, overlooking the former Latmian Gulf of the Aegean. It was developed on steep slopes and terraces extending from sea level to a height of 380 metres (1,250 ft) above sea level at the top of the escarpment. Because of siltation from the river filling the bay over several centuries, the city is now an inland site. It is located at a short distance west of the modern village Güllübahçe Turun in the Söke district of Aydın Province, Turkey.

161 m · The Temple of Athena Polias in Priene was an Ionic Order temple located northwest of Priene’s agora, inside the sanctuary complex. It was dedicated to Athena Polias, also the patron deity of Athens. It was the main temple in Priene, although there was a temple of Zeus.

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185 m · The Ancient Theatre of Priene, located in Güllübahçe Mahallesi, Söke district of Aydın, is considered one of the best-preserved and earliest Hellenistic theatres in Turkey. Constructed in the 4th century BC, this theatre had a capacity of approximately 5,000 to 6,500 people and underwent some modifications during the Roman period. The theatre is notable for its well-preserved stage building and seating areas. Within the ancient city of Priene, other significant structures like the Temple of Athena and the Prytaneion are within walking distance.

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192 m · The Monumental Entrance (Propylon), located in Söke district of Aydın, is a monumental gate that provided access to the Sanctuary of Athena in the ancient city of Priene. Propylons served as monumental gateways in ancient Greek architecture. Priene is an important Ionian city, rebuilt in the 4th century BC according to the Hippodamian plan, and is notable for structures such as the Temple of Athena, the theater, and the agora. This historic site is an important part of the ancient city of Priene and is within walking distance of the Temple of Athena (71 m) and the Bouleuterion (83 m).

192 m · The Sanctuary of Athena, located in the Güllübahçe neighborhood of Söke district in Aydın, contains findings spanning a wide historical period from the 7th century BC to the Late Byzantine Era. The sanctuary is situated at the western corner of the acropolis, surrounded by Archaic period walls, and is notable for its position on a terrace east of the theater. Within the area are the remains of an Athena Temple and likely an altar dedicated to Zeus Soter. It is within walking distance of Priene (156 m), Athena Temple (69 m), and Bouleuterion (85 m).

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213 m · The Bishop's Church, located in the ancient city of Priene, is a significant and large-scale structure from the Christian period. It is situated south of the theater, on Theater Street, which leads to the Temple of Athena. The church, built with a three-nave basilica plan, was constructed in the second half of the 5th century and remained in use until the 13th century. Notable features include a baptistery and a relic chapel, with opus-sectile technique used for the floor coverings. Priene (160 m), the Temple of Athena (152 m), and the Theater (37 m) are all within walking distance.

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244 m · Alexandreion is a historic site located in the Söke district of Aydın. It is within walking distance of Priene (254 m), the Temple of Athena (134 m), and the Bouleuterion (269 m). Priene is an ancient Greek city of Ionia, situated about 6 kilometers north of the Maeander River. Visitors to the ancient city can see the Temple of Athena, the ancient theater, and the well-preserved council chamber (Bouleuterion).

257 m · The Bouleuterion is a historic site located in Söke, Aydın. Situated within the ancient city of Priene, the Bouleuterion dates back to the middle of the 2nd century BC and is considered one of the best-preserved buildings in Priene. It features a square plan with a marble altar in the center, adorned with busts of gods and bullheads. This building served as the meeting place for the Priene senate and had a capacity for approximately 640 people. Priene (210 m), Athena Temple (153 m), and Sacred Gallery (41 m) are within walking distance.

265 m · The West Gate is a historic site located in the Söke district of Aydın, within the ancient city of Priene. Priene was an ancient Ionian Greek city built at the base of Mykale Mountain, near the mouth of the Maeander River. Other notable historical structures within walking distance of the West Gate include Priene (293 m), the Temple of Athena (205 m), and Alexandreion (90 m).

273 m · The Prytaneion, located in Söke, Aydın, served as the administrative and spiritual center of the ancient city of Priene. Built in the mid-2nd century BC, this historic site was where members of the city government, chosen from the senators, would gather, and a sacred eternal flame was kept. The Prytaneion is within walking distance of Priene (221 m), Athena Tapınağı (188 m), and Kutsal Galeri (37 m).

281 m · The Agora of Priene, located in Söke, Aydın, is a historic site built in the 3rd century BC. It has been described as a characteristic example of Hellenistic city agoras and was once the commercial and political center of the city. The agora features a rectangular plan surrounded on three sides by stoas. It is within walking distance of the Bouleuterion (35 m), the Temple of Athena (160 m), and Priene (237 m).

296 m · The Sanctuary of Egyptian Gods, located in Söke, Aydın, is an ancient historic site dedicated to the gods of Egyptian mythology. Over 2,000 gods and goddesses were worshipped in ancient Egypt, believed to be powerful beings influencing natural phenomena and human life. The sanctuary is within walking distance of Priene (240 m), the Temple of Athena (246 m), and the Prytaneion (73 m).

296 m · Kutsal Galeri is a historic site located in the ancient city of Priene, in the Söke district of Aydın. This historical area is within walking distance of the Temple of Athena (192 meters) and the Prytaneion (37 meters), both significant structures in Priene. Priene is an important Ionian city that was rebuilt in the 4th century BC according to the Hippodamian plan.

308 m · The Asklepios Sanctuary is a historic site located in Söke, Aydın. Considered one of the most important healing centers of the ancient world, this sacred area was dedicated to Asklepios, the god of medicine. The site began to develop from the 4th century BC and took its final form during the reign of Roman Emperor Hadrian. It is within walking distance of Priene (260 m), the Temple of Athena (197 m), and the Sacred Gallery (18 m).

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