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Temple of Athena at Assos

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Temple of Athena at Assos

Ayvacık, Çanakkale

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One of Anatolia's oldest Doric temples, at the summit of the Assos acropolis, with views of Lesbos (Midilli) and the Gulf of Edremit.

Safety warning

The wind can be strong at the summit; the stones are slippery.

Its story

The Temple of Athena, built in the 6th century BC at the top of the Assos acropolis, is an important example of the early Doric temples in Anatolia. The temple's relief-carved architrave blocks, made of local andesite, were found in 19th-century excavations, and some were taken to museums abroad. Between its re-erected columns you can watch the sunset over Lesbos (Midilli) and the Gulf of Edremit. The acropolis is reached by stone paths through Behramkale village.

Key facts

Period
6th century BC
Admission
With the Assos archaeological site ticket

Trip purpose

  • Photography
  • Hiking

Location

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39.49083, 26.33694

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Temple_of_Athena_(Assos) | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assos