History and archaeology / Archaeological site
Sanctuary of Labraunda
Milas, Muğla
A Carian sanctuary built on terraces in the mountains above Milas, dedicated to Zeus Labraundos.
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Its story
Labraunda lies in the mountainous area north of Milas, about 5 km west of Ortaköy. In antiquity it was dedicated to Zeus Labraundos, who carried the double-headed axe (labrys); a sacred road ran here from Mylasa. With the support of the Hecatomnid dynasty, terraces, a temple, andrones (banqueting halls) and monumental entrance buildings were built in the 4th century BC. Surrounded by pine forests, the site is a quiet mountain setting overlooking the Milas plain.
Key facts
- Location
- Kargıcak / Ortaköy road, ~14 km from Milas
- Admission
- Free
Trip purpose
- Photography
- Quiet
- Hiking
Location
37.41892, 27.81999
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labranda | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labraunda