Aigai Ancient City

Aigai Ancient City is located on the Gün Mountain in Köseler Village in the center of Manisa. It is stated that this city is one of the 12 cities founded by Aioller from Greece in 1100 BC. Since 2004, excavations have been carried out in the region; As a result of these excavations, the finds of the 8th century BC were coincided. The first archaeological activities of the ancient city of Aigai were carried out in 1881 by the French. Today, this excavation works are carried out by Ege University and Celal Bayar University. It is stated that this region, which is called Aiolis in ancient times, is in the inner parts of the Gulf of Izmir. However, it is stated that there are very strong walls around this ancient city. However, there is no clear information about the real establishment date of the city. It is also mentioned that this small city forms the ground of the Pergamon Kingdom. When we look at the plans and arrangements of the city, Pergomon details will be coincided. He then temporarily joined the Kingdom of Seleukos. However, as a result of the rebellion against the king, he was re-joined by the Kingdom of Pergamon. Local-129-3.jpg """"Alt ="""" Aigai "">

The first studies in the Aigai Oren History of the ancient city of Aigai were carried out by French researchers. The first research in the city was conducted in 1881 by S. Reinach. Reinach, the settlement in Nemrut Castle for the first time himself and W.M. He says that he was examined by Ramsay. Aigai, which is located on the borders of İlmanisa in the city, was established on Gün Mountain in the mountain range, which is now called Yunt Mountain. Yunt Mountain is located within the borders of Manisa and İzmir in terms of administrative terms. This area, which has a total area of ​​3,521,70 km², is limited to Bakırçay (Ancient Kaikos) in the north, Gediz (Ancient Hermos) rivers in the south, Kırkağaç and Akhisar plains in the east and Çandarlı Bay in the west. The height of 500-1000 m. The highest point of Yunt Mountain, which consists of wide plains between the hills varying and these hills, is located in 1076 m. In ancient times, the Lydia region was the border with Aiolis and Mysia regions. The most important ancient center of Aigai is the ancient city of Aigai. Archaeological data and border stones obtained so far show that a significant portion of Mount Yunt Mountain is under Aigai control. W.M. In his book published in 1890, Ramsay mentions that the borders of Aigai are quite wide. ""> . In 48 BC, the temple of Apollo Khresterios was built and received support from Rome. It is also stated in the inscription that existed in this temple in Aigai. In the 17th century AD, a serious earthquake occurred in the region. Emperor Tiberius also helped the region; The repair process of the settlement area has started. However, the statue of the emperor began to take place in this city. Afterwards, it developed. With the Hellenistic period, Gora and the People's Assembly building were also within the borders of the city. In addition, theater, stadium, gymnasium and baths are also located in the city. Where is the ancient city of Aigai, entrance fee? is available. You can visit the museum between 08:00 and 17:00 every day of the week. The entrance to the ancient city of Aigai is completely free. After coming to Manisa free you can enter this ancient city. You can visit the place and the museum. & Nbsp; You can add the historical place and the museum to your route.