Aphrodisias
A city whose identity was shaped by marble.
Why does it matter?
Aphrodisias connects an ancient city with the marble quarries that sustained its sculpture workshops. Its artists became known across the Roman world. The sanctuary of Aphrodite, theatre and civic buildings reveal how artistic production, religious identity and urban life developed together.
- City and marble quarries
- Traditions of sculpture
- Theatre and civic buildings
Before you set off.
Start with the city plan instead of focusing on one monument. Allow separately for outdoor remains and any exhibition spaces you intend to visit. Check which areas are accessible with the site operator before travelling.
Opening, admission, restoration and access arrangements can change. Check current conditions with the site’s official operator.
Connect the discovery to a city.
These province guides are starting points for nearby sights and local flavours, rather than a boundary map or an organised tour itinerary.
Source and review date
Based on the property record of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre.
Read the official property recordReviewed: 29 October 2026Another story to discover.
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