Nature and History

The Ancient City of Selge

An ancient mountain city perched atop the Taurus Mountains, with walls that seem to touch the clouds and a massive theater that opens up to the sky.

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Perched at one of the highest points of Köprülü Canyon National Park, approximately 1,250 meters above sea level, the Ancient City of Selge was one of the most mountainous and independent cities of the ancient Pisidia region. Despite the challenging terrain of the Taurus Mountains, this magnificent city achieved great wealth, particularly during the Roman period, through olive oil and medicinal herb trade. The city’s most impressive structure, the massive ancient theater built into the mountainside, still greets visitors today in all its grandeur. Along the road to Selge, you encounter the intriguing geological formations known as the "Adam Rocks," offering a mystical gateway to the city. The preservation of such unique mountain settlements around Belek, the development of their ecotourism potential, and the harmonious maintenance of ancient heritage within its natural environment are among the most valuable elements of BETUYAB’s vision for diversifying regional tourism. Strolling through the city’s agora, colonnaded streets, and temple ruins, you will witness life from thousands of years ago accompanied by the pristine mountain air. Selge is not merely an archaeological site; it is a unique testament to humanity’s struggle with nature and how beauty can rise even under the harshest conditions.

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