Hierapolis of Phrygia (Pammukkale): An Archaeological Guide

by Francesco D'Andria

Overview

This is the most comprehensive guide on the site and the Hellenistic and Roman city. The Italian Archaeological Mission has been excavating here since 1957 with close coordination with the Turkish authorities. With its numerous sarcophagi, burial chapels and tumuli Hierapolis houses the richest ancient necropolis in Anatolia.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9786055607074
Publisher:	Ege Yayinlari
Publication date:	12/31/2010
Pages:	240
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.20(h) x 0.60(d)

Table of Contents

Preface History of the city History of research and excavations The site: the geographical background The travertine cascades The city: urban layout Itinerary from the North Gate. The monuments are marked on the plan with numbers corresponding to the text Appendix. How to consult the oracle of Apollo Glossary Bibliography