Location: Bergama
Top Things to do in Bergama
6 Ancient Ruins in Bergama That You Shouldn't Miss
The Bistro-Cafe at Red Basilica Church ıs a refreshment cafe-bar and convivial place to meet in the warm atmosphere of the Bergama.The Sofa Cafe can freely accessed and has the same opening hours as Red Basilica ( 7 days h. 09.00-24.00 ). It is a relaxing meeting place for break for breakfast,lunch,tea or a drink either while visiting exhibition or on any other occasion.
Restaurants in Bergama
1. The Acropolis
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4.5 based on 463 reviews
Reviewed By Lankylee - Lake Macquarie, Australia
This hill top ruin is worth a special trip. The views of surrounding countryside is panaramic. The most impressive part is the amphitheater carved into the steep hillside. Take cable car.
2. The Asklepion
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4.5 based on 520 reviews
Reviewed By 291ianj - Scotland, United States
A fascinating insight into the treatment of mental health c 2000 years ago. Probably best visited with a knowledgeable guide, we were fortunate to have Mehmet working with Riviera Travel who had worked there as a student.
3. Ruins of Pergamum
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4.5 based on 271 reviews
Among the most spectacular in Turkey, the site has remarkable remains from the Roman and Byzantine periods.
Reviewed By radbrad73 - Dallas, United States
I visited as part of a private tour arranged by Crowded House Tours with my wonderful guide Sucru. It was the last stop on a day that began in Çanakkale, stopping in Assos and Pergamum on the way to Kusadasi. We were able to drive almost right up to the front entrance of the ruins which lay atop a large hill that overlooks a large plain. The effect is that you are removed from the modern city below, and allowed to immerse yourself in contemplating the ruins and the history they represent. I was able to spend a little over an hour here, which was enough to get a superficial view of the ruins. I was able to see everything on the acropolis in this time. I was constantly moving in order to “see it all.” I did not have time to walk down to the theatre and have a look there. I would recommend that if you are a real fan of ancient history, and want to truly take in the significance of the place and it’s ruins, you allot more time for exploring. Two hours would probably do. But if you are a passing fan of ancient history, an hour is probably enough. Still the views themselves here are probably enough for even the most casual traveler to stop and have a look.
4. Pergamon Theatre
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4.5 based on 182 reviews
Reviewed By anavaquer - Eugene, United States
Steepest theater I have ever seen at any archaeological site. I only wish the tour I was on would have allowed me more time to explore. This is a must see.
5. Pergamon Antik Kenti
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Abrumar - Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
The city of Pergamon dates back to the second millennium BCE and survived Persian domination, Alexander the Great and other conquests.. It is a city of many firsts including the invention of parchment, which resulted in Pergamon having a library rivalling the famous one in Alexandria. The City was famous for being the centre of health in ancient times. Patients were treated with the soothing sound of water, mud baths and the healing waters of a spring. It has since been discovered that the spring contained the element lithium which today is used to treat manic depression. Pergamon was the home of Galen the founder of pharmacology. The Egyptian/Roman Serapis Temple was converted into a church and was one of the first of the Severn Churches mentioned in the Bible.
