Overview

The Sardis and the Lydian Tumuli of Bin Tepe is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Salihli, Turkey. The site features significant archaeological remains from the Iron Age civilization known as the Lydians.

History

According to UNESCO, the city was the capital of the Lydians, a powerful Iron Age civilization (8th-6th centuries BCE) known for its wealth and early coinage production. After their fall, Sardis remained significant under Persian, Greek, Roman, and Byzantine rule.

Architecture

The site's unique urban structure features fortified walls, terraces, and distinct zones, including settlements, sanctuaries, and cemeteries. The cemetery of Bin Tepe boasts some of the largest tumulus tombs in the world.

Location

Sardis and the Lydian Tumuli of Bin Tepe is located in Salihli, Turkey, with coordinates 38.4819444445, 28.0452777777.

Religious Significance

Unfortunately, no specific details about the religious significance of Sardis are available.

Notable Artworks and Features

The site features notable artworks and features such as the Lydian tumulus tombs in Bin Tepe cemetery.

Heritage Status

According to UNESCO, the site was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2025, fulfilling Criteria (iii).

Visiting Information

Unfortunately, no specific details about visiting information are available.