Ephesus

October 03, 2013  •  1 Comment

Ephesus is one of the best preserved ruins in Roman Asia Minor. This town was the site of the Temple of Artemis, a major Aegean seaport and more recently the final location of the abode of the Mother of Jesus. It is also a major carpet producing centre, specializing in woolen and silk rugs.

The remains of the Odeon

By the Prytaneum

By the Tomb of Memmius

The steps leading to the Domitian Temple

Columns by Curetes Street

Temple of Trajan

The great Library of Celsus

View from within

The Amphitheatre

Ancient Erotic Graffiti

 

All that remains of the Temple of Artemis

House of the Virgin Mary

Explaining the mystery of silk: strength, beauty, versatility


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Denise(non-registered)
Beautiful detail in each picture. Interesting to note that the arch was so well developed 2000 years ago and still standing...........
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