The Red Courtyard

Kızıl Avlu ​

The Red Courtyard was built in the 2nd century CE during the Roman Empire period in the lower city of the ancient city of Pergamon. This monumental structure, dating to the reign of Emperor Hadrian, derives its name from the red bricks used in its construction. The Red Courtyard, approximately 266 meters in length, is […]

Temple of Trajan

Trajan Tapınağı

The Temple of Trajan in Pergamon was dedicated to Trajan (98–117 CE), the second of the five best emperors of the Roman Empire. A typical example of Roman temple architecture, the structure was built in the upper city of Pergamon, right next to the Athena Sacred Area and at the highest point above the ancient […]

Gymnasion Complex

Built during the 3rd century BCE in the period of the Pergamon Kingdom, the Pergamon Gymnasion Complex is an important structure that reflects the educational and athletic practices of the ancient world. Skillfully designed to take advantage of the terrain’s natural slope, this complex consists of upper, middle, and lower terraces arranged stepwise from bottom […]

Temple of Dionysos

Pergamon Dionysos Tapınağı ​

Dionysos, known as the god of wine, harvest, and theater, held a special place in the hearts of both the people and the ruling elite. This deep devotion materialized in Pergamon with the construction of a magnificent temple dedicated to him. Although the exact date of the temple’s construction is unknown, it is dated to […]

The Athena Sacred Area

Athena Tapınağı

Built during the period of the Pergamon Kingdom (280–133 BCE), the Athena Sacred Area is located in the upper city of Pergamon, above the ancient theater, in a dominant position overlooking the city. Dedicated to the city’s protective goddess, Athena, this sacred area was arranged during the reign of Attalos I (241–197 BCE). Eumenes II […]