Gagae, Archaeological site in Kumluca district, Turkey.
Gagae is an archaeological site with two separate acropolis areas situated along the southeastern coast of ancient Lycia in Antalya Province. The remains include building foundations and walls spread across the landscape from different periods.
The site was established during the Rhodian colonization period in the region and was documented by ancient authors including Pliny the Elder and Dioscorides. It later developed through trade in a valuable material that gained importance throughout the ancient world.
The site gained recognition for the Gagates stone, which ancient civilizations used extensively in jewelry making and traditional medicine practices.
The site is best reached through organized trips from Antalya, with the Kumluca district offering various transportation options. Visitors should bring suitable footwear and sun protection, as the remains are scattered across an open landscape.
The site's name refers to a rare mineral extracted here and known as Gagates in the ancient world. This material had unique properties and was traded across great distances for various purposes.
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