"Bergama (Pergamon) - Pergamene Kaste city" Top 5 Page for this destination Bergama by Diana75

Bergama Travel Guide: 147 reviews and 584 photos

Bergama, located on the west coast of Turkey, at around 100km north of Izmir, is an important destination for those who love the ancient ruins and the turkish carpets.

With a population of around 56,000 inhabitans, it is also said that Bergama is a paradise for the ladies who love shoes. I didn't buy any pair there, but it's true that I've seen a lot of shops mainly on the road to the Acropolis.

Placed at 300m above the city, Pergamon was one of the most famous cities in the Ancient world, a great center of culture and civilization throughout history.

The major attractions are the Aesclepion and the Acropolis, located at around 8km one of each other.

The Aesclepion, located on the southwest of the lower city, was built to pay homage to the God of Health, Asclepios.

The temples of Trajan and Dionysus, majestic Altar of Zeus, the temple of Demeter, inspiring theatre, the gymnasium, the arsenals, the lower agora and the famous library form the Acropolis.

Another interesting place to visit is the Archaeological Museum in Bergama, which contains a large collection of artifacts from this area, dating from Paleolithic to Byzantine periods.

Bergama is also the homeland of many philosophers and scientists, among them being also Krates who invented and produced the "parchment paper" (Pergamene Kaste) here.

Last visit to Bergama: Sep 2002
Intro Updated Oct 23, 2007
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Bergama Carpets Shopping (1)

Bergama is also famous of its carpets. The format of Bergama carpets is usually more nearly square than in other... more travel advice

The Altar of Zeus Things to Do (8)

The famous Altar of Zeus in Pergamon is located on the south of the theater. The Altar had the shape of a horseshoe... more travel advice

Inside the galleries in the Aesclepion - Bergama

The Temple of Aesclepios Things to Do (8)

The Temple of Aesclepios, located near the Hippodrome, can be easily recognized due to its round form. According to the... more travel advice

Take funny pictures Off The Beaten Path (2)

Just wandering around the Aesclepion and the Acropolis we have found in a corner this beheaded statue. I must admit... more travel advice

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matcrazy1 Feb 21, 2007 at 3:30 PM

Beautiful page and ruins. Thanks for refreshing my great memories :-)
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Paul2001 Jan 15, 2007 at 2:13 PM

I really liked Bergama too. I particlularly was impressed by the theatre. A very good page.
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LoriPori Dec 26, 2006 at 4:28 AM

Another fascinating place you have visited Diana. I especially like the Aesclepion, Acropolis and the Temple of Trajan.
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luckyzen Oct 7, 2006 at 1:14 PM

You have been to so many places Diana! Bergama looks like a great destination! How I would love to see all this. Thanks for sharing and hoping all is well. Regards!
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goga4444 Mar 29, 2006 at 10:03 AM

Great pages about great place. It was like 40 C when i was there LOL so people mostly burned on Sun. But anyway it is worth visiting.
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whitecliff62 Mar 28, 2006 at 11:11 AM

Wow Diana you have been busy with your Turkey pages, thanks for looking at my pages again, i'll catch up with the rest of yours tomorrow