Aspendos Theater and Ancient CityPlaces to Visit in Antalya

Aspendos, located 45 kilometers to the east of Antalya, is a renowned tourist attraction famous for its exceptionally well-preserved Roman-era theater, which is regarded as the finest-preserved theater in the Mediterranean region.

Nestled near the Köprüçay river, one of the major rivers in the area, Aspendos provides visitors with a distinctive experience that blends the grandeur of the theater with the natural beauty of the river. The theater, along with other remnants of the city's structures, is positioned on a plateau, with the theater itself resting against the landform.

Constructed by the Romans, the Aspendos Theater (Aspendos Tiyatrosu) stands as a stunning example of Roman architecture and is one of the few surviving structures from that era. The theater, which was dedicated to the gods and emperors of the time, was meticulously designed and could accommodate up to 12,000 spectators.

The Romans were renowned for their skill in designing performance venues, creating auditoriums that delivered an outstanding experience for the audience. Today, the theater continues to host concerts and other performances.

The Aspendos Theater features an upper level of the auditorium adorned with a columned gallery, accessible by galleries on either side of the stage. This remarkable theater was constructed by the son of architect Zeno Theodorous during the reign of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD). The entrances on either side of the stage building bear engravings that indicate the theater was dedicated to the gods and the emperor’s family.

Constructed by the Romans, the Aspendos Theater (Aspendos Tiyatrosu) stands as a stunning example of Roman architecture and is one of the few surviving structures from that era. The theater, which was dedicated to the gods and emperors of the time, was meticulously designed and could accommodate up to 12,000 spectators.

The Romans were renowned for their skill in designing performance venues, creating auditoriums that delivered an outstanding experience for the audience. Today, the theater continues to host concerts and other performances.

The Aspendos Theater features an upper level of the auditorium adorned with a columned gallery, accessible by galleries on either side of the stage. This remarkable theater was constructed by the son of architect Zeno Theodorous during the reign of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-180 AD). The entrances on either side of the stage building bear engravings that indicate the theater was dedicated to the gods and the emperor’s family.