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Xanthos–Letoon

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TÜRKIYE · 8TH CENTURY BC

Xanthos–Letoon

Arnna–Letoon

Xanthos governed Lycia while nearby Letoon was its holy centre. Their tombs, temples and inscriptions in several languages show local Lycian traditions absorbing Greek influence.

Original name
Arnna–Letoon
Country
Türkiye
Period
8th century BC
Civilisation
Lycian
UNESCO
On the World Heritage List
Location
36.3568° N, 29.3183° E Open in OpenStreetMap Open in Apple Maps
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Areas of the site

  • Xanthos

    The capital of Lycia sits on a ridge above the Eşen river, with its acropolis, theatre and pillar tombs.

  • Letoon

    Sanctuary

    With three side-by-side temples to Leto, Artemis and Apollo, this sanctuary was the political and religious centre of the Lycian League.

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What was Xanthos to Lycia?

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