Episode 56: Ephesus
Jul 17, 2024 ·
7m 58s
![Episode 56: Ephesus](https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_square_limited_480/images.spreaker.com/original/5cf0f4d6105727d6e4d8b50011a1f6b6.jpg)
Download and listen anywhere
Download your favorite episodes and enjoy them, wherever you are! Sign up or log in now to access offline listening.
Description
Travel with us to Ephesus, located on the western coast of Turkey, boasts a rich and unique history that spans several millennia. Founded in the 10th century BCE, it became...
show more
Travel with us to Ephesus, located on the western coast of Turkey, boasts a rich and unique
history that spans several millennia. Founded in the 10th century BCE, it became a thriving
Greek city-state and later flourished under Roman rule as a major trade hub. Ephesus was
renowned for its architectural marvels, including the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven
Wonders of the Ancient World, and the impressive Library of Celsus. The city played a
pivotal role in the early spread of Christianity, with notable visits from St. Paul and St. John,
who is believed to have written his Gospel here. Ephesus' grand theaters, bustling
marketplaces, and intricate street designs reflect its cultural and economic significance in
ancient times. Despite natural disasters and geopolitical shifts leading to its decline,
Ephesus remains one of the most well-preserved ancient cities, offering a captivating
glimpse into the civilizations of the past. Travel with us to Ephesus, on the western coast of
Turkey, which has a rich and unique history spanning several millennia!
show less
history that spans several millennia. Founded in the 10th century BCE, it became a thriving
Greek city-state and later flourished under Roman rule as a major trade hub. Ephesus was
renowned for its architectural marvels, including the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven
Wonders of the Ancient World, and the impressive Library of Celsus. The city played a
pivotal role in the early spread of Christianity, with notable visits from St. Paul and St. John,
who is believed to have written his Gospel here. Ephesus' grand theaters, bustling
marketplaces, and intricate street designs reflect its cultural and economic significance in
ancient times. Despite natural disasters and geopolitical shifts leading to its decline,
Ephesus remains one of the most well-preserved ancient cities, offering a captivating
glimpse into the civilizations of the past. Travel with us to Ephesus, on the western coast of
Turkey, which has a rich and unique history spanning several millennia!
Information
Author | Can Sinan Canpolat |
Organization | Can Sinan Canpolat |
Website | - |
Tags |
Copyright 2024 - Spreaker Inc. an iHeartMedia Company