🏛️ Ephesus-Magnesia
Ancient Roman city on the Aegean coast of Asia Minor
📌 Fast Facts
- Located in western Turkey, near Selçuk in İzmir Province
- Major port city and commercial hub under Roman rule
- Home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- UNESCO World Heritage Site (part of the broader Ephesus archaeological zone)
Ephesus-Magnesia was one of the most important cities of the eastern Mediterranean world, flourishing as a major trade centre under successive Greek and Roman administrations. Its strategic position on the coast of Asia Minor made it a vital hub for commerce, culture, and religious pilgrimage. The city attracted merchants, artisans, and pilgrims from across the known world, leaving behind an exceptionally rich archaeological record ...