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Overview
Visit two ancient cities in the region – Metropolis and Claros. The city of Metropolis is the city of "Mother Goddess" and was only recently discovered. It is currently being excavated on the Aegean coast. Claros, the prophecy center of Colophon, is one of the twelve Ionic cities. The Temple of Apollo is located here and was a very important symbol of prophecy which dates back to the time of Alexander the Great. Walk 1.5 miles over uneven and solid ground with inclines and 15-25 steps. The tour includes a carpet demonstration. The total drive is almost 2.5 hours on this tour.
What's included
Private transportation
Soda/Pop
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Gratuities
What to expect
Claros
2h · Admission ticket included
Claros is one of the important historical places in Turkey. On Ionia's coast, Claros was an ancient Greek sanctuary. It included a temple and Apollo's oracle that was honoured as Apollo Clarius. It was located 12 kilometres to the north in the territory of Colophon, one of the twelve Ionic Cities. Two kilometres to the south is the coastal town Notion.
Metropolis Antik Kenti
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
Our first stop will be the classic city of Metropolis. The site is occupied in the Neolithic period. The period of the Hittites is also confirmed. On the site, there is a good representation of classical, Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman times. The earliest known settlement on the site is the Neolithic, which shows that the Troy is in contact. The acropolis of Metropolis has found an uncovered seal written in hieroglyphics such as the Hittites. The town was known as Puranda during the Hittite period. Bademgedigi Tepe is the archaeological site with large quantities of the local pottery of Mycenaean, which extends between the 14th and 12th centuries BC and beyond. An important finding that sheds light on the development of ship technology and iconography on ceramic ships is a Mycenaean representation of a ship on Bademgediği Tepe vase. In this epoch, the city reached a zenith of cultural and economic life and was mainly a part of the Kings of Hellenism in Pergamum.
Selcuk
1h
"The Pattern: A Language Before the Alphabet"
The hand-made oriental rug is not merely a work of art, but a journey in time and space to an ancient realm of beauty and mystical charm. No other art form bridges so many centuries spans so many cultures and captivities so many people as the Oriental rug. Hear the stories behind the attractive patterns and colors. They are stories, beliefs and prayers. See the original images, picture writings using tribal and religious symbols, the same symbols used in architecture and sculpture. See how the method of creation has remained relatively unchanged for over two millennia. Join us here today.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Guests must contact Deren Koray Tourism at least 24 hours before your product date to confirm your reservation and arrange transportation. Please use the contact details on your confirmation/voucher.
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
