Faith tourism

Necropolis: There are necropolis areas in three directions except the travertine areas in the west. These are mainly located on both sides of the northern road to Tripolis-Sardes and the southern road to Laodikeia-Colossae. Limestone and marble were used in the graves. The use of marble is mostly seen in sarcophagus types. The northern necropolis contains characteristic sarcophagi, tomb types and tomb monuments all together until the early Christian period. The tombs seen in the city are sarcophagi, tumulus and house type tombs. Tomb structures, reminiscent of residential architecture, are the most important elements of the necropolis.

Laodikeia: It was established in the south of the Çürüksu (Lykos) river. The name of the city is mentioned as “Laodikeia on the shore of Lykos” in ancient sources. According to other ancient sources, the city was BC. Between the years 261-263 II. It was founded by Antiokhos and the city was named after Antiochus’ wife, Laodikeia.

Laodikeia, BC. It is one of the most important and famous cities of Anatolia in the 1st century. The great works of art in the city belong to this period. The Romans also gave special importance to Laodikeia and made Kıbyra (Gölhisar-Horzum) the center of Conventus.

A series of quality coins were minted in Laodikeia during the reign of Emperor Caracalla. Many monumental buildings were built in the city with the contributions of the people of Laodikeia. The fact that one of the 7 famous churches of Asia Minor is located in this city shows how important Christianity is here. MS. A massive earthquake that took place in 60 BC destroyed the city.