Euromos Ancient City & Zeus Temple

The ancient city of Euromos, located in the Milas district of Muğla, is considered one of the most important settlements belonging to the Carian Civilization. Founded in the 5th century BC, the city showed great development during the Roman period and was especially famous for its temples. The most striking structure of the ancient city is the Temple of Zeus Lepsynos. Built in the 2nd century BC, this temple is considered one of the best-preserved Roman temples in Anatolia. Built in the Corinthian order, the temple draws attention with its large columns, reliefs and ancient inscriptions. Some of the columns of the temple are still standing, revealing the magnificent architecture of the period. There are also ancient theater, agora, necropolis and city wall ruins in Euromos. The city maintained its importance during the Roman and Byzantine periods, but was abandoned over time.

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