🏛️ Korakesion-Side
Ruins of a Hellenistic and Roman coastal settlement in Türkiye
📌 Fast Facts
- Located on the Mediterranean coast of Antalya Province, southern Türkiye
- Site dates primarily to Hellenistic and Roman periods (3rd century BCE – 5th century CE)
- Known for harbor installations, domestic structures, and fortifications
- Accessible but with minimal modern facilities or fencing
Korakesion-Side is an archaeological site on the Turkish Mediterranean littoral that preserves remains of ancient settlement spanning the Hellenistic through late Roman periods. The site is situated in a landscape of pine forest and coastal cliffs, approximately 40 kilometres west of Antalya. Excavation and survey work has documented domestic quarters, harbor-related infrastructure, and defensive structures reflecting its role as a maritime community. The site remains partially submerged or ...