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Aigai (Nemrutkale)

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Aigai (Nemrutkale), which was one of the 12 Aiol cities mentioned by Heroditus, is situated on a hill four-five kilometers to the south of Köseler Village. The history of the city, goes back to B.C.8th century according to the archeological data and historians. It was established in an area which was not sufficient enough for trade. As a consequence of the city's insufficient geographical and economical conditions, the city was unable to create a political power. There are the ruins of "Apollon Khrestenese" in the bed of Koca Dere, about 7-8 km south of Aigai. The city walls were built to match the geographical features of the area. An Agora structure with a stoa on the facade and great supporting walls that carry this strucucture, the ruins of Bouleterion in the north of agora, the stadium with terraced walls in the south, the Theatre and the Temple of Demeter in the west and the ruins...

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Sardes (Sart)

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There are ruins of the pompous old capital city of Lydia on both sides of the Izmir-Ankara road, 87 km away from Izmir. In the ancient, period the place was known as the capital of Lydia, the satrapy centre of Perseus, a big city of the Hellenistic period and the Roman Empire while today it is a small town situated near Salihli, in the Southeast Anatolio.

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Sardes

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At Sart on the Sart Cayi (Pactole River) are the ruins of ancient Sardis, which was the capital of the Lydian realm of Croesus. There are the remains of the Temple of Artemis and a restored gymnasium, which testify to the past splendor of this ancient city. The important 3rd century synagogue is certainly worth a visit.

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The Weeping Rock of NIOBE

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There have been different touching stories since the old ages about the formation which is called the weeping rock by the locals, and it has become one of the symbols of Manisa. When you follow the road from the famous Red Bridge, walking under the plane trees 500 m up along the Çaybasi Stream, you find a fountain at the end of the road. If you turn your back to the stream, on the rocks to the north, you will be able to see a silhouette of a woman with long hair who is supposedly crying. When the sun reflect on the rock from the other side, the silhouette becomes more vivid.

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Houses at Kula

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The authentic Turkish houses scattred all long this appealing historical quarter of Manisa; Kula, wil offer a fascinating experince that will embelish your Sardis trip. The blue, ochre, and dark pink painted facades of traditional Kula houses contribute to the town’s charmingly colourful atmosphere where you can feel the touch of the unique cultural aura and drift back to the past days of the town. The intricate craftmanship that testifies the garndeur of the town will definately strike your sense of art and easthetics.

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Manisa Tulip (Anemon)

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Everybody thinks that tulips come from Holland. Actually, Tulips are native to Central Asia and Turkey. In the 16th Century they were brought to Holland from Turkey, and quickly became widely popular. Today Tulips are cultivated in Holland in great numbers and in huge fields. Dutch bulbs, including tulips and daffodils, are exported all around the world so people thinks that it's originated from there as well. In fact many cultivated varieties were widely grown in Turkey long before they were introduced to European gardens. Manisa has a special tulip breed wich is called Manisa Tulip or Anemon. In the spring time it can be found at many places in Manisa, especially on the Spil Mountain.

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Tarzan of Manisa

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Ahmet Bedevi, known as Tarzan of Manisa, was born in 1900 in Baghdad the became a soldier and fought in the War of Independence and was honoured with a medal. He came to the ruined and destroyed Manisa in 1923. Bedevi, whose endeavor in life was to plant trees all over the town, started working at the Municipality as a fireman and a gardener. He became the pioneer and symbol of planting activities. Because of the soft climate of the area, he first wore a vest and trousers and then he started wandering about in the town in his shorts. The people of Manisa saw his resemblance to Tarzan because of his clothes, and always cherished him with love. Tarzan of Manisa lived in the mount Spilylus, ignoring all his individual needs but working for a greener environment. He died on 31st May, 1963. However, he has never been forgotten by the locals; on the contrary, he was immortalised for the things...

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The Spil Mountain National Park

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Situated in Manisa province this park has interesting flora, fauna and thermal springs. Manisa City was founded on the skirts of the Spil Mountain. Camping climbing and picnicking are possible. Inside the park is Niobe Rock, the mythical weeping rock, a relief of Cybele, old caves and canyons and wild Manisa tulips.

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The Sultan Mosque

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The Sultan Mosque of the 16th century was built for Ayse Sultan, mother of Suleyman the Magnificent. In her honor, the Mesir Macunu Festival (Spiced Candy which is supposed to restore health, youth and potency, called as "Turkish Viagra" as well) is held every year in March, in the grounds of this mosque.

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Manisa Province

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The province of Manisa is located in Western Anatolia between Spil Mountain and Gediz River and is at an important junction point for transportation of Aegean Region. The city is a developed agricultural, industrial and trade city. The foundation history descends to the BC 3000 years and the traces and remnants of Hittite, Frig, Lydia, Macedonian, Roman, Byzantine, Turkish States and Ottoman civilizations are found in the city. The intensified culture and art throughout the history and the crossing trade routes had made the province of Manisa an attractive and interesting holiday center with the rich cultural and natural beauties providing different holiday possibilities.

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