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Pergamum

Bergama
Turkey300 BCE700 CEHellenistic — Byzantine39.13, 27.18
About the site

One of the seven churches of Revelation. Known for its altar of Zeus and medical cult of Asclepius, reflecting the spiritual context of the New Testament.

Principal findings
  • iAltar of Zeus
  • iiAsclepion (healing temple)
  • iiiLibrary ruins
  • ivRoman theater

Excavators — Carl Humann