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Historic Sites in Merkezefendi

Historic Sites in Merkezefendi, Denizli: 12 places with map, ratings and reviews from location-verified real visitors.

Laodikeia

Laodicea on the Lycus, earlier Diospolis and Rhoas, was a rich ancient Greek city in Asia Minor, now Turkey, on the river Lycus. It was located in the Hellenistic regions of Caria and Lydia, which later became the Roman Province of Phrygia Pacatiana. Its ruins are located near the modern city of Denizli, Turkey.

Suriye Caddesi

Suriye Caddesi, located in Merkezefendi district of Denizli, is one of the main streets of the ancient city of Laodikeia. This 900-meter-long colonnaded road, extending in an east-west direction, was one of the city's busiest commercial arteries during the Roman period and led to the Syrian Gate. Along the street, there was a sewage system, porticoes, and rows of shops. Wheel ruts are still visible on the street, which was in use until the earthquake in 494 AD and the abandonment of the city in the early 7th century. Suriye Caddesi is situated within the ancient city of Laodikeia, 70 meters from Septimius Severus Nymphaeum and 76 meters from the Central Agora. Wheelchair access is not available.

Merkezi Agora

Merkezi Agora is a historic site located in the Merkezefendi district of Denizli. Reconstructed after a major earthquake in 60 AD, this agora became one of the largest in Asia Minor, measuring 170 meters wide and 280 meters long. It is within walking distance of Laodikeia (188 m), Suriye Caddesi (76 m), and Septimius Severus Nymphaeum (93 m).

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The East Byzantine Gate, located in Merkezefendi, Denizli, is a significant part of the ancient city of Laodikeia. This monumental gate, built in the 4th or 5th century AD, belongs to the Byzantine period and is supported by two towers. As the city shrank and was enclosed within walls over time, the gate continued to be used, connecting to Syria Street. Other historical structures such as the ancient city of Laodikeia (381 m), Syria Street (139 m), and Temple A (187 m) are within walking distance of the East Byzantine Gate.

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