Ephesus

By Naci Keskin

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9757559482
• ISBN13: 9789757559481
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: Keskin
• Length: 64 Pages

Customer Reviews

well illustrated overview

This short (64-page) volume serves as a general tourists introduction to not only the Roman ruins found at Ephesus, but to the whole general region in this part of western Turkey. It is a short read that will enhance your enjoyment of whatever part of this area you should plan to visit. The text, translated from the Turkish and somewhat quaint for that reason, touches on the ancient history of the entire region, and concentrates a few paragraphs here and there on many of the specific attractions, from the temple to Artemis to the church of St John to the church of St Mary, various local mosques and Turkish forts, and the like. The book is nicely illustrated with page after page of color plates, usually with accompanying text describing the history of the statue, gate, building, or whatever. Panoramic photos and close-up examinations of various details are all well-shot and interesting. The Roman ruins at Ephesus are stunning in real life and every student of ancient history who has the opportunity ought to see them at some point. This pamphlet will be an informative guide through its streets and highlights. If the visitor has time, he will find it useful for the exploration of the whole surrounding area as well.