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Assesos: Ancient Site in Mengerevtepe, Turkey

An archaeological exploration of Assesos's history and heritage.

Latitude:

37.484

Longitude:

27.333

Confidence:

Low

Greek Name:

Ἀσσησός

Region:

Ionia

Country:

Turkey

Current Day City:

Mengerevtepe

Type:

Polity

Ancient Mentions:

6 in 4 texts

Ancient Site Description

Assesos is a polity situated in Ionia, Turkey. According to historical records, it is referenced 6 times across 4 texts ancient sources.

Wikidata:

Q4808759

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