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Perge

20 km east of Antalya, Antalya, Turkey
0242 2436950
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As featured in Daytrips from Antalya
Ranked #4 of 81 attractions in Antalya
Type: Ancient Ruins
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: The historical site of Perge, 18 kilometers east of Turkey, holds the vast remains of what was once the most propserous city of the ancient world.... more » Owner description: The historical site of Perge, 18 kilometers east of Turkey, holds the vast remains of what was once the most propserous city of the ancient world. Enter by passing through the arch of the Roman Gate to be greeted by an amphitheater, the Hellenistic Gate (quite well preserved) and richly decorated remains of the city wall and much more. « less
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Dorset, UK
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

Some areas closed due to excavation, including the amphitheatre. Still worth a visit though as it's big enough. Have a small bottle of water with you as you walk around. A fair few tour groups so if you can get a hire car and arrive early it'd be quieter. Give yourself at least two hours if you want a good... More

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Collingham, Notts, UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

We visited Perge along with Aspendos and Side on a day tour with Nirvana tours which you can book locally in Antalya or online. The guide was great and it was excellent value for money

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Great historical site with great atmosphere. Archaeologically largely unexplored. Explored "only" roman bath and areas around main street. Perfect fountain cross down city. Its pity that upper city isnt available for tourist.

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Sutton Coldfield
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

This visit was part of an organised tour covering the history of Turkey and well worth going on even if you are not that keen on history.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

The bath complex was amazing. Those Romans new how to live. There is still so much at this site to be dug up and restored. I expect many great things will come out of this site as archeologists continue to work the site.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

It is quite easy to imagine how life was lived in this city. The collanaded street with centre water feature and the Agora with its surrounding shops were interesting. Sites were well explained.

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Hornchurch, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

A lot to see (and quickly if you go with a coach tour!). Can't believe how much still remains here. We saw it as well as Side and Aspendos on an organised coach tour, we would have liked more time to explore, say 1-2 hours. I would also have liked to look at the stadium in more detail but it... More

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Ontario
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Superb huge ruins where you are allowed to walk the entire grounds at your leisure. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and I recommend using one.

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Houston
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

The ruins at Perge (English is Perga) were never pillaged and ransacked. An earthquake destroyed the city and remained untouched until Turkish archeologists discovered it. Many of the statuary from the ancient city are in the Perga museum in Antalya, and they are in spectacular shape.

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Bexley, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

Beautiful site, goes on and on, mixing so many traditions it is a little overwhelming. See it early before it gets too hot

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