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Zeugma is an important military and commercial center established at a strategic crossing point on the Euphrates River. Founded during the Hellenistic Period by Seleucid King I. Seleucus Nikator, it takes its name from the word 'Zeugma,' meaning 'crossing.' The city became a significant military base on the eastern frontier during the Roman period and experienced its wealthiest period particularly in the 2nd century A.D. It suffered great destruction due to the attack of Sasanian King I. Shapur in A.D. 253. Excavations between 1993 and 2003 uncovered numerous villas and famous floor mosaics. These mosaics, depicting mythological and daily life scenes, have made Zeugma an important center in terms of world cultural heritage. A portion of the ancient city was submerged under the waters of the Birecik Dam in 2000. Excavations are still ongoing.
With its strategic location on the Euphrates River, Zeugma, known as the 'Castle of Mesopotamia,' was established during the Hellenistic Period and became one of the most important military and commercial centers on the eastern frontier during the Roman period. The city reached the peak of its wealth in the 2nd century A.D. and experienced significant destruction due to a Sasanian attack in 253; however, thanks to the unique mosaics uncovered, it continues to exist today as one of the most impressive ancient cities in the world cultural heritage.
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Cafeteria
Souvenir Shop
Photo Spot
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Disabled Restroom
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Address
Belkıs Merkez, 27700 Belkıs Köyü/Nizip/Gaziantep, Turkey
Open
Closes at 17:00
Monday
08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday
08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday
08:30 - 17:00
Thursday
08:30 - 17:00
Friday
08:30 - 17:00
Saturday
08:30 - 17:00
Sunday
08:30 - 17:00
Phone
0342 230 59 69
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Public transportation is not available. There is a parking area.