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Poppy Close-Up740 viewsSandie's Canon Powershot did a good job of capturing this poppy close-up.
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The Stadium at Aphrodisias739 viewsThe tour group members are dwarfed by the size of the stadium.
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Stage Building738 viewsThe amphitheater's stage building originally consisted of 3 stories, only one of which has been restored.
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Dizzying Heights738 viewsI climbed to the top row of seating to take this picture.
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The Stadium at Aphrodisias737 viewsRuins infested by members of our tour group.
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Amphitheater Ascent734 viewsKathy and David Lindquist climb the Amphitheater aisle steps.
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Bas-Relief in the Museum734 viewsThis was among the works of art on display in the museum.
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In Turkish fields the poppies grow...726 viewsAlthough it was too early in the season (late March) for the trees to have leaves, the flowers were out in force!
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Spring Blooms725 viewsAphrodisias is pleasantly situated amidst groves of trees and flowering bushes.
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The Aphrodisias Museum722 viewsThe ancient city was renowned for its sculptures, and many of them are now housed in this building.
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VIP Boxes720 viewsSome things never change - the ancients had their VIP boxes at sporting events too. Note Elouise Mattox exploring the stadium entrance at bottom.
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Agora, Sebasteion and Village of Geyre717 viewsThe village of Geyre, relocated 2 km to the west after excavations began in 1966, is seen in the background.
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