Hierapolis

Hierapolis was built during the 2nd C BC and become part of the Roman empire in 129 BC. The road into the city passes through the largest ancient necropolis in Asia Minor, with tombs from Hellenistic to early Christian times. Typical Lycian style sarcophagus. Country of Origin: Turkey. Culture: Hellenistic. Date/Period: 2nd C BC. Place of Origin: Hierapolis. Credit Line: Werner Forman Archive/ . Location: 07A