In ancient Europe, there have been many buildings, theatres, palaces and temples that have been built. Unfortunately, these striking places have fallen to ruins either because of earthquakes or invasion. There are a number of places in Athens and Rome that have such sites. However the purpose of this article is to give you a guide as to which places are unknown to tourists yet they are places that should be visited.
Efes,Turkey
This is one of Turkey's most prized archaeological treasures. Efes is the home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The temple is so ruined it can hardly be recognized. However, the amphitheatre and the Library of Celsus are still intact. The other parts of Efest consist of bathhouses, ruined temples, and stone streets among other rubble. In Selcuk there is an archaeology museum where you can find really good artefacts. If you ever need to go for a bite, you can try the gozleme which is a fire roasted flat pastry that is made with cheese, spinach or potatoes.
This is one of Turkey's most prized archaeological treasures. Efes is the home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The temple is so ruined it can hardly be recognized. However, the amphitheatre and the Library of Celsus are still intact. The other parts of Efest consist of bathhouses, ruined temples, and stone streets among other rubble. In Selcuk there is an archaeology museum where you can find really good artefacts. If you ever need to go for a bite, you can try the gozleme which is a fire roasted flat pastry that is made with cheese, spinach or potatoes.
Segesta
This city can be found on the north coast of Sicily. The city was founded by an indigenous people in the city known as Elymians. They later became Hellenized in history. The city found itself in constant competition with its neighbour Selinunte. It later on collaborated with Athens to create a powerful force that would later on invade Sicily. The remains of the Segesta ruins are a temple and an amphitheatre. It is believed that the temple was constructed so as to gain the support of the Greek people. Strong evidence however shows that the temple was never fully constructed because there are no fluted columns. In addition, the columns are still propped on the blocks that were used to support them.
Trajan's theatre
The Bulgarian city of Plovdiv is a combination of 19th century architecture and ancient ruins. It is known as the country's main capital centre. Among the Plovdiv ruins, the most preserved is the Trajan's theatre. The amphitheatre was discovered during the 1970s. The building has been well preserved and is used to host dramatic performances as well as musical shows. Those who attend the shows have the pleasure of viewing the Rhodope Mountains.
The Bulgarian city of Plovdiv is a combination of 19th century architecture and ancient ruins. It is known as the country's main capital centre. Among the Plovdiv ruins, the most preserved is the Trajan's theatre. The amphitheatre was discovered during the 1970s. The building has been well preserved and is used to host dramatic performances as well as musical shows. Those who attend the shows have the pleasure of viewing the Rhodope Mountains.
Asklepion
The Kos Island is located only a few miles from Bodrum. The ruins of Asklepion can be found approximately 3 km from the harbour. Asklepios was a Greek god and the temple was named after him. The temple was also once a home for Hippocrates. The site was considered to be a great medical school to the Greeks as well as a wellness centre. Today it stands as a great site among wild flowers and pine trees. It is a must visit site if you want to get a feel of the ancient Greek World.
The Kos Island is located only a few miles from Bodrum. The ruins of Asklepion can be found approximately 3 km from the harbour. Asklepios was a Greek god and the temple was named after him. The temple was also once a home for Hippocrates. The site was considered to be a great medical school to the Greeks as well as a wellness centre. Today it stands as a great site among wild flowers and pine trees. It is a must visit site if you want to get a feel of the ancient Greek World.
Visegrad
The castle is located in Northern Hungary. The lower castle has today been converted into a museum. From Budapest, you can easily reach the castle via boat. There is a restaurant near the castle known as Nagyvillam and serves a wide variety of game meats and ranging menu.
Author Bio:
Mark is a young blogger who has seen little parts of the world by joining coach tours but has so much more of the world tour travel to see.
Mark is a young blogger who has seen little parts of the world by joining coach tours but has so much more of the world tour travel to see.
