Antalya Archaeology Museum, Archaeological museum in Antalya, Turkey
Antalya Archaeology Museum is an archaeological repository in Turkey showcasing findings from prehistoric times through the Byzantine period. The building houses thirteen exhibition halls plus outdoor displays with additional artifacts.
A teacher named Süleyman Fikri Erten founded the institution in 1922 inside a mosque. The museum later moved to its current building and became a major collection site for the region.
The collection displays works that reflect ancient artistic practice, including the famous Weary Heracles statue from Perge. These objects tell us about the ideas and skills of that era.
The museum sits on Konyaaltı Avenue and is open daily, with a nostalgic tram line directly by the entrance for easy arrival. Visitors should plan enough time to see all the halls, as the collection is extensive.
The Elmalı Coins collection, one of the most complete ancient coin assemblies, was discovered in the region and is known as the Treasure of the Century. This group shows the variety of ancient trade systems and currencies.
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