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The Prytaneion

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  • zuv
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    Nothing special

    Nothing impressive here. All that is left of the former building are two lonely columns and the story of the guide who tries to revive the greatness of the past.

    Reviewed on Sep 23, 2020
  • hrs314
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    Thanks to Daria from Latitude Tours for Explaining the History

    The Prytaneion was an important religious and government building in ancient Ephesus. Dedicated to the goddess of the hearth, Hestia, it contained the eternal flame of the city. The priests that tende...

    Reviewed on Jan 1, 2020
  • Carol A S
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    The symbolic heart of Ephesus from Greek times

    The Prytaneion is about 100m east of the Gate of Herecles, and behind the basilica. It is a peaceful place, marked by stout columns on the side of a plaza. A sacred flame symbolizing the unity and v...

    Reviewed on Nov 30, 2019
  • digitalroc
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    Tour guide is recommended to fully understand the site

    The Prytaneion was built in the third century BC and used for religious ceremonies and official receptions. There are a few pillars that remain, you would need a guide to understand what you are view...

    Reviewed on Jul 9, 2019
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    Arch

    Huge columns and arches everywhere in the city makes its unique feature. It is a part of Ephesus tour - The Ancient City

    Reviewed on Aug 13, 2017
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