History and archaeology / Archaeological site
Sanctuary of Apollo at Emecik
Datça, Muğla
The excavated remains of an Archaic-period sanctuary of Apollo near the village of Emecik.
Its story
The Emecik sanctuary is on a slope near the village of Emecik, in the eastern part of the Datça Peninsula. Excavations have uncovered terraces, an altar and votive finds belonging to a place of worship dedicated to Apollo. The site is important for understanding religious life on the peninsula in the periods before Knidos. It is a small, quiet archaeological site; it is advisable to confirm access status from local sources before visiting.
Key facts
- Location
- Near Emecik village, Datça
Trip purpose
- Free
- Quiet
Location
36.76824, 27.80132
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q135581905 | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dat%C3%A7a