Aspendos Amphitheater
170 reviews
November 25
Hello! In early October, we took an excursion to the show "Lights of Anatolia". I liked everything. It is very impressive, everything is here at once, a combination of the atmosphere of an ancient theater, acoustics, lighting effects and dynamic dancing. The actors are dancers of the highest class. Everything was so fast and synchronized, which was not surprising when the intermission was announced. They really need to rest. The Troy show.
What would I recommend. Take something soft with you to sit on, since you have to sit on stone steps. If you are not a VIP, as it was with us, then you will be seated in the middle and there will be soft pads. It should also be borne in mind that the steps are almost polished and slippery from this, I personally slipped and fell. Everything in the buffet is expensive. For example, ice cream is 5 euros. We found out about this when we bought it, there are no price tags)))
In general, I highly recommend it!
It cost us $65 each with the road and dinner
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November 14
We watched and listened to the Lights of Anatolia show. Cool.
Of course, lights and acoustic systems were added to the historical place. But where is it now without it.
The structure is impressive. If you have imagination, you can feel like a real patrician. Or by climbing to the top, the rabble.
You won't be able to jump on stage. Security.
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September 28
We visited the Tosca Opera and were delighted! Unreal acoustics, amazing atmosphere, listening to opera under the starry sky, goosebumps! We took VIP seats with soft pillows, 3 hours flew by unnoticed. The architecture is beyond praise
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September 29
A beautiful, fascinating place. We got to the ballet "Swan Lake". Acoustics and visibility from any location are good. To touch such a historical place in action is a great success.
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February 4
We watched the Lights of Anatolia show in the Aspendos Amphitheater. It looks very nice when all the girls and boys move in the same way and exactly to the beat of the music.
The exact date of the foundation of Aspendos is unknown: it is believed that this city appeared in Asia Minor around the XII century BC. It was part of either Lycia or Persia, and in the IV century BC. it was conquered by Alexander the Great. In the II century Aspendos became part of the Roman Empire and, along with neighboring Side, became one of the largest and most developed cities in this area. And in 165, the Aspendos amphitheater was built, which has been perfectly preserved to this day.
In ancient times, the Aspendos Theater was famous for its excellent acoustics. And it is also believed that it was here that the theater curtain was invented. We also advise you to pay attention to the interesting ornaments and stone sculptures of the stage – the ancient masters tried very hard so that you would not regret 35 lire for a ticket! In ancient times, the Aspendos Theater could accommodate about 15 thousand spectators, and a huge orchestra pit could accommodate half a thousand musicians. There are 41 auditorium rows in the Roman theater: the lower 20 were occupied by noble townspeople, the upper rows were crowded with commoners, they were separated from the rich by a wide passage.
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October 20
It's amazing! It is definitely worth visiting this ancient Roman theater, it is perfectly preserved, so concerts are held there. At the very top, the arched gallery is a great place for photos
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October 17
It is worth visiting not only as a historical city with an excursion, but also to listen to the opera under the open sky, an unforgettable experience, every year in September the opera festival takes place.Not only famous artists come on stage, but also local Anatolian cats. This is the first time I've done this.
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October 16
Gorgeous amphitheater, excellent preservation, plus restored / renovated ( renovated)), as concerts and performances are held there.
It is protected by UNESCO.
Restaurant
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May 29
There is something in this -
in the theater ["... construction was started in the time of Anthony Pius and completed in the time of Marcus Aurelius (138-164)"] 41 "the auditorium: the lower 20 were occupied by noble townspeople, the upper rows [21] were crowded with commoners, they were separated from the rich by a wide passage"...
I remember the Soviet Classic:
"... three main objective and subjective signs describing the crisis situation developing in society on the eve of the revolution:
The upper classes cannot govern in the old way — the inability of the ruling class to maintain its dominance unchanged.
The lower classes do not want to live in the old way - a sharp aggravation above the usual needs and disasters of the oppressed classes and their desire to change their lives for the better.
A significant increase in the activity of the masses, attracted both by the whole situation of the crisis and by the "top" themselves to an independent historical performance."
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August 20
I recommend everyone to go and see. This structure is very impressive. I was there at the dance performance "Lights of Anatolia". It's a beautiful sight.
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August 1
It's just amazing!I attended a concert of the famous Turkish dance group in this amphitheater in June.The story itself breathed in unison with the artists, the light show was beyond praise, even the stars blinked in tune with the gorgeous music.Everyone was delighted!
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August 23, 2023
Смотрела в этом древнем театре танцевальное шоу. Это было восхитительно! Очень атмосферно! Акустика потрясающая! Я покупала билеты через отельного гида, так что нас привезли и увезли, как самостоятельно попасть - не знаю)
Что важно! Если вы на представление, то берите с собой средство от комаров и подушечку/полотенце, чтобы мягче сиделось. 2 часа на голом камне будет некомфортно.
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September 28
We found out about this place by chance, it's just WOW.
We were with three small children, it did not hurt at all to enjoy the ballet, the views for the photo are excellent.
A must-visit place. I recommend
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November 25
We were here in September 2024 at a symphony orchestra concert. The combination of classical music and an ancient amphitheater is something exciting.
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March 17
A wonderful and wonderful place. very atmospheric. The surroundings breathe of antiquity. In moments, you can imagine yourself in those times. The amphitheater is perfectly preserved. The aqueduct looks spectacular. Maximum recommendations for visiting. Preferably in winter. It is very hot in summer.
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October 30
We were at the evening show "Lights of Anatolia, the Troy show". Great evening and show, Bolin guys are professionals, I recommend it to everyone 👍
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September 27
It's a very beautiful place. We got to the Opera and Ballet Festival in September. An unforgettable experience. I highly recommend it
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October 8
Aspendos. An ancient amphitheater. A very interesting structure. It is better to go on a guided tour to learn more. 👍
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July 4
A grandiose structure, a huge area around, we all went out, spent about 4 hours. There weren't many people in the morning, so I recommend visiting early, while it's not so hot.
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September 7
We went to the Lights of Anatolia performance, we really liked the atmosphere and sound in the theater. I recommend.
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November 23
We arrived after lunch, almost no people, November)
First we passed by the entrance, went up for a walk through the other remnants of the structures, and then opened up such a wonderful view of the entire amphitheater from above! And the caretaker is such a wonderful responsive person , and the cat came cute
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January 10
The amazing preservation of the ancient structure is inspiring. An unambiguous place to visit is the best and largest preserved amphitheater in southern Turkey.
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May 25
The Lights of Antalya concert was held in the amphitheater. The history of this place was briefly told by the guide, but you can find and read it in advance. I really liked this place - you feel like either an ancient Greek or a Roman .
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October 14
Atmospheric. We watched the performance of a dance ensemble. Combined with the place, it's just a fire.
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October 12
Delight! Even my head was spinning from the energy of this amphitheater from the inside. It is saturated with events, music and time so densely that it is in the air. You seem to hear these patricians and plebeians .
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November 5, 2023
Aspendos is my favorite place in Turkey. I really like the substitutions on this stage as part of the annual opera and ballet festival. We come to Aspendos every September. And special thanks to the organizers for the performance of Placido Domingo in 2022, it was amazing, unforgettable, priceless!
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September 28
AwesomeI recommend it to everyone.
The dancing is great.The dancers are great.
One disadvantage is sitting on stone steps.Take something to put under your ass.And so everything is great.
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November 20, 2023
A very beautiful place!
I was lucky enough to visit there in the summer of 2023 at a concert of the famous Turkish dance group Lights of Anatolia. I recommend it to everyone!
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November 17
We walked with pleasure. The amphitheater is in excellent condition. The entrance fee is 15 euros. The Turks pay 60 lire.
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April 23
It's a nice place. For those who like ruins and wander along the cobblestones, it's generally top. The Amphitheater itself is impressive. Parking is right at the entrance, the cost of visiting is 35€, it certainly did not please.
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October 23
A place that is definitely worth visiting! I came here on my own, on a scooter from Alanya. Admission is 15 euros, 600 rubles.
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June 10
Gorgeous old buildings! Everything is full of thousands of years of history. I highly recommend you to visit.
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October 12
The Lights of Anatolia show is just something extraordinary! Depending on the period transmitted in the dance, the picture changes
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October 25
The place is magical! Immediately immerses you in the atmosphere of the ancient city, the photos are bombastic 🥰
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July 7
The entrance is expensive, but it is inconvenient to climb onto the amphitheater itself, going down these steps is something very scary, at least they made the ascent convenient
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May 28
I really love this place. I try to visit Turkey every time I visit. The synchronicity of movements is fascinating. No wonder the team got into the Guinness Book of Records.
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November 5
It's an amazing place, and listening to the symphony orchestra in the amphitheater and watching the ballet is a fairy tale
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November 19
Entrance tickets have gone up in price! Performances are held on the territory, so the stage is built new.
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June 23
A very cool and atmospheric place. Tickets are only for Turkish lira
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November 3
A wonderful concert venue; wide, clear sound; chamber atmosphere ; inside there is "its own microclimate" from the stones..
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November 23, 2023
Well, this place is a must-visit! Perfectly preserved, you can also get to the concert. And the viaduct nearby is also beautiful! Especially at sunset
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November 10
It's a beautiful place, we watched the performance, we liked everything very much
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September 23
The entourage is 100 percent, but the steps are very steep. Young children and the elderly should think twice before visiting.
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January 28
Worth a visit, excellent condition for such an ancient building. There is free parking nearby. Definitely worth a visit.
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September 30
We watched the ballet. I liked everything very much.
Take bedding with you. For 2.5 hours, the back seat is a little tired of sitting on the stone steps.
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July 28
As a historical monument it is very good, but the cost of visiting is very bad.
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December 2, 2023
A delightfully beautiful place, a very ancient and beautiful city. The price of entry to the aspendos city is not small 340 lira, but it's worth it!
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September 18, 2023
Были в амфитеатре аспендос, слушали оперу тоска. Акустика, итд все хорошо, НО на трибунах нет ни одного поручня! Того и гляди спикируешь вниз! Кто постарше, и не только, становится плохо от высоты. На входе нет указателей. Идешь непонятно куда.
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October 2
There are a lot of viewers, but the attitude towards them is not very good, there are no seat cushions, the show is ordinary
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July 7, 2023
Любителям древности и античности понравится, амфитеатр хорошо сохранился, развалины Аспендоса похуже, но все равно есть на что посмотреть и сделать фото, одевайте кроссовки, я был в шлепках на очень комфортно двигаться по камням, но при желании и в них можно, вход 200 лир с человека.
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