The City of the Ancient Theatre: ASPENDOS
Aspendos is an ancient city famous for its theatre, located in the Serik district of Antalya. Aspendos, founded by the Achaeans in the 1st century BC, is one of the most magnificent cities of its era. Due to its geographical importance, it has always been a desired city throughout the ages.
Historical Heritage of Antalya's Pearl
Its most famous feature is its theatre, which has survived to the present day. It is one of the most beautiful examples of Roman theatres. The architect was Zenon. The theatre was dedicated to the emperor of that era. There is also a story related to the ancient theatre. The king of that time declared that he would give his daughter to whoever created the most useful and beautiful work for the city. One architect built an aqueduct that brought water to the town, and the king was so impressed with the aqueduct that he decided to give his daughter to its builder. However, he was so amazed by the acoustics of the theatre built by Zenon, another candidate, that he decided to give his daughter to Zenon.
The theatre, which was still in use a few years ago, attracts the attention of thousands of local and foreign tourists.
