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Temple of Artemis, Ephesus265 viewsAll that remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. "Great is Diana of the Ephesians!"
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Getting acquainted265 viewsOur tour group munches on noshes provided by Space Camp while getting acquainted with the staff.
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Aqueduct Close-up265 viewsThe Romans built their aqueducts to last, but they weren't earthquake-proof.
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The Amphitheater at Side265 viewsThe Side Amphitheater was ground zero for viewing the spectacle on eclipse day. I shudder to think of how packed the place must have been, and I think our location on the beach at the Kaya Side Hotel must have been much less crowded and more relaxed.
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Ultra-modern Mansions265 viewsNo throwing stones here.
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Empress Zoe mosaic265 viewsChrist is seated in the middle holding a Bible; on the left is Emperor Constantine IX Monomachus, and on the right, Empress Zoe. Dates from the 11th century AD. Located on the eastern wall of the southern gallery.
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The Domitian Temple264 viewsChuck Mattox and Rick Gering contemplate what's left of the Temple.
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Sebasteion264 viewsSolidly built, but not earthquake-proof.
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Tower of Justice (Adalet Kulesi)264 viewsTallest structure in the palace. Located between the Imperial Council room and the harem. It was so constructed that the Sultan could sneak in from the harem and thence to his window in the Council building.
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Temple of Apollo and Plutonion263 viewsThe Plutonion is next to the Temple on the right of center.
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Motorcycles263 viewsAntalya was buzzing with late-model two-wheelers. This was the first time I ever saw this flavor of BMW.
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Approaches to the Blue Mosque263 viewsThe Blue Mosque was intended to demonstrate that Islamic architects could build structures to rival Hagia Sophia in size and majesty.
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