🏛️ Ephesus-Magnesia
Ancient Roman city in western Anatolia
📋 Fast Facts
- Located near modern Selçuk in İzmir Province, Turkey
- Major Roman port city and administrative center from 1st century CE onwards
- Known for the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015
Ephesus-Magnesia represents one of the most significant archaeological sites of the Roman world, situated on the Aegean coast of western Anatolia. The city flourished as a major port and commercial hub under Roman rule, serving as the capital of the Roman province of Asia. Extensive excavations have revealed layers of habitation spanning multiple periods, from Greek foundation through Byzantine decline ...