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  • North West corner of the colonnaded stoa (portico) and Roman Theatre in background. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_059.jpg
  • Ruins of the Temple of Asklepios, which was the most beautiful structure of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building dates from 142AD and was a Hellenistic styled circular domed building fronted by a colonnaded entrance. It had a hemispherical dome of 24 metres in diameter with an oculus to allow light and air. It has been compared to the Pantheon in Rome, although smaller in size.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_114.jpg
  • Doric style Hellenistic period portico (stoa) which branches out from the West portico. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. It was either part of a gymnasium or centre for pilgrims.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_129.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_111.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_106.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_036.jpg
  • View of the Propylon (entrance) courtyard of the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Built on the foundations earlier Greek and Hellenistic structures, the current Propylon dates to the 2nd century AD and was surrounded on three sides by a colonnaded in Corinthian order
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_025.jpg
  • Doric style Hellenistic period portico (stoa) which branches out from the West portico. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. It was either part of a gymnasium or centre for pilgrims.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_127.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_084.jpg
  • Foundations of the south portico (stoa) of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Porticos surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_131.jpg
  • Doric style Hellenistic period portico (stoa) which branches out from the West portico. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. It was either part of a gymnasium or centre for pilgrims.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_119.jpg
  • Ruins of the Temple of Asklepios, which was the most beautiful structure of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building dates from 142AD and was a Hellenistic styled circular domed building fronted by a colonnaded entrance. It had a hemispherical dome of 24 metres in diameter with an oculus to allow light and air. It has been compared to the Pantheon in Rome, although smaller in size.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_115.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_113.jpg
  • Section of the sacred area North stoa of the Asklepieion with the Roman theatre in background. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_065.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_100.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_051.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_042.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_037.jpg
  • Foundations of the south portico (stoa) of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Porticos surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_135.jpg
  • Doric style Hellenistic period portico (stoa) which branches out from the West portico. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. It was either part of a gymnasium or centre for pilgrims.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_125.jpg
  • Doric style Hellenistic period portico (stoa) which branches out from the West portico. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. It was either part of a gymnasium or centre for pilgrims.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_124.jpg
  • Doric style Hellenistic period portico (stoa) which branches out from the West portico. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. It was either part of a gymnasium or centre for pilgrims.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_123.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_102.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_099.jpg
  • Roman era sacred fountain where patients bathed and drank water in the Asklepieion sacred area. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_089.jpg
  • Roman era sacred fountain where patients bathed and drank water in the Asklepieion sacred area. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_086.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_074.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_073.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_070.jpg
  • Section of the sacred area North stoa of the Asklepieion with the Roman theatre in background. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_066.jpg
  • Column Pedestal with Greek inscription beside the sacred area North stoa of the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_054.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_049.jpg
  • Ornate marble altar in the centre of the Propylon (entrance) courtyard of the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Built on the foundations earlier Greek and Hellenistic structures, the current Propylon dates to the 2nd century AD and was surrounded on three sides by a  colonnaded in Corinthian order. In the background is the north stoa (Portico) and then the Roman Theatre further back.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_031.jpg
  • Part view of the Propylon (entrance) courtyard of the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Built on the foundations earlier Greek and Hellenistic structures, the current Propylon dates to the 2nd century AD and was surrounded on three sides by a colonnaded in Corinthian order.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_026.jpg
  • Small fountain or pedastal on the ancient colonnaded paved street (Via Tecta). Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_023.jpg
  • Small fountain or pedastal on the ancient colonnaded paved street (Via Tecta). Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_022.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_002.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_081.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_075.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_072.jpg
  • Section of the sacred area North stoa of the Asklepieion with the Roman theatre in background. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_067.jpg
  • Column Pedestal with Greek inscription beside the sacred area North stoa of the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_053.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_047.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_044.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_041.jpg
  • North section of the stoa (Portico) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_034.jpg
  • Small fountain or pedastal on the ancient colonnaded paved street (Via Tecta). Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_021.jpg
  • Memorial Roman period circular tomb along the ancient paved street (Via Tecta). Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_017.jpg
  • Section of the ancient paved and colonnaded street known as Via Tecta. Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The street was almost 820 metres long and linked the Asklepieion to the lower city on the hills of the Acropolis.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_013.jpg
  • Doric style Hellenistic period portico (stoa) which branches out from the West portico. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. It was either part of a gymnasium or centre for pilgrims.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_128.jpg
  • Ruins of the Temple of Asklepios, which was the most beautiful structure of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building dates from 142AD and was a Hellenistic styled circular domed building fronted by a colonnaded entrance. It had a hemispherical dome of 24 metres in diameter with an oculus to allow light and air. It has been compared to the Pantheon in Rome, although smaller in size.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_116.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_108.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_104.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_103.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_101.jpg
  • Steps leading into the 80 metre long vaulted Roman tunnel in the Asklepieion sacred area. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The tunnel, which had holes in the roof to admit light, linked the centre of the sacred area to a late Roman circular house of treatment building, also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_095.jpg
  • View of the stepped marble pool and sacred spring in the Asklepieion sacred area. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_091.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_083.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_071.jpg
  • Column Pedestal with Greek inscription beside the sacred area North stoa of the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_055.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_043.jpg
  • Ornate marble altar in the centre of the Propylon (entrance) courtyard of the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Built on the foundations earlier Greek and Hellenistic structures, the current Propylon dates to the 2nd century AD and was surrounded on three sides by a  colonnaded in Corinthian order. In the background is the north stoa (Portico) and then the Roman Theatre further back.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_032.jpg
  • Part view of the Propylon (entrance) courtyard of the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Built on the foundations earlier Greek and Hellenistic structures, the current Propylon dates to the 2nd century AD and was surrounded on three sides by a colonnaded in Corinthian order.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_027.jpg
  • Section of the ancient paved and colonnaded street known as Via Tecta. Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The street was almost 820 metres long and linked the Asklepieion to the lower city on the hills of the Acropolis.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_003.jpg
  • Doric style Hellenistic period portico (stoa) which branches out from the West portico. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. It was either part of a gymnasium or centre for pilgrims.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_120.jpg
  • Ruins of the Temple of Asklepios, which was the most beautiful structure of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building dates from 142AD and was a Hellenistic styled circular domed building fronted by a colonnaded entrance. It had a hemispherical dome of 24 metres in diameter with an oculus to allow light and air. It has been compared to the Pantheon in Rome, although smaller in size.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_117.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_105.jpg
  • Entrance to the 80 metre long vaulted Roman tunnel in the Asklepieion sacred area. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The tunnel, which had holes in the roof to admit light, linked the centre of the sacred area to a late Roman circular house of treatment building, also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_098.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_068.jpg
  • North West corner of the colonnaded stoa (portico) and Roman Theatre in background. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_060.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_048.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_040.jpg
  • North section of the stoa (Portico) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_033.jpg
  • Memorial Roman period circular tomb along the ancient paved street (Via Tecta). Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_020.jpg
  • Section of the ancient paved and colonnaded street known as Via Tecta. Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The street was almost 820 metres long and linked the Asklepieion to the lower city on the hills of the Acropolis.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_011.jpg
  • North West corner of the colonnaded stoa (portico) and Roman Theatre in background. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_004.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_112.jpg
  • Steps leading into the 80 metre long vaulted Roman tunnel in the Asklepieion sacred area. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The tunnel, which had holes in the roof to admit light, linked the centre of the sacred area to a late Roman circular house of treatment building, also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_096.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_079.jpg
  • North West corner of the colonnaded stoa (portico) and Roman Theatre in background. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_064.jpg
  • North West corner of the colonnaded stoa (portico) and Roman Theatre in background. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_061.jpg
  • Section of the ancient paved and colonnaded street known as Via Tecta. Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The street was almost 820 metres long and linked the Asklepieion to the lower city on the hills of the Acropolis.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_008.jpg
  • Section of the sacred area North stoa of the Asklepieion with the Roman theatre in background. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_007.jpg
  • North section of the stoa (Portico) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_001.jpg
  • Foundations of the south portico (stoa) of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Porticos surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_134.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_109.jpg
  • Column Pedestal with Greek inscription beside the sacred area North stoa of the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The stoa surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. In the background is the Roman Theatre.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_056.jpg
  • North section of the Portico (stoa) which surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_039.jpg
  • Foundations of the south portico (stoa) of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Porticos surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_137.jpg
  • Foundations of the south portico (stoa) of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Porticos surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_136.jpg
  • Foundations of the south portico (stoa) of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Porticos surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_132.jpg
  • Foundations of the south portico (stoa) of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. Porticos surrounded the Asklepieion sacred area on three sides
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_130.jpg
  • Doric style Hellenistic period portico (stoa) which branches out from the West portico. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. It was either part of a gymnasium or centre for pilgrims.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_126.jpg
  • Doric style Hellenistic period portico (stoa) which branches out from the West portico. Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. It was either part of a gymnasium or centre for pilgrims.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_122.jpg
  • Section of the Roman era Circular treatment structure in the south east corner of the Asklepieion. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.  The building was originally two floors in which only the lower floor survives. The structure was divided into six apsidal sections and had small fountain pools opening as recesses for washing and a sunbathing terrace. It is believed to be used to treat the sick. The structure is also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_107.jpg
  • The 80 metre long vaulted Roman tunnel in the Asklepieion sacred area. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The tunnel, which had holes in the roof to admit light, linked the centre of the sacred area to a late Roman circular house of treatment building, also known as the Telesphoreion.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_097.jpg
  • View of the stepped marble pool and sacred spring in the Asklepieion sacred area. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_090.jpg
  • Roman era sacred fountain where patients bathed and drank water in the Asklepieion sacred area. Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_087.jpg
  • Overview of the sacred area of the Asklepieion with the north stoa to the left. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_085.jpg
  • View of the 2nd century AD Roman Theatre at the Asklepieion. Ancient Pergamum, Bergama, Turkey. The theatre was dedicated to Asclepius and Athena Hygieia and had a capacity to seat 3500 spectators.
    Turkey_Pergamum_Asclepieum_080.jpg
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