Pisidia, Historical region in southern Asia Minor, Turkey
Pisidia is a historical region in southern Anatolia stretching across the Taurus Mountains. The mountainous limestone terrain shaped settlement patterns and created natural barriers that isolated communities from one another.
After King Amyntas died in 25 BC, Rome took control and merged the territory into the province of Galatia. This administrative shift ended local independence and established Roman rule over the region.
The native people spoke their own language and lived in mountain communities that operated independently from one another. These settlements maintained their customs and identity despite contact with neighboring peoples.
Visitors can reach archaeological remains of ancient Pisidian cities from Antalya and explore them with local guides. Summer months offer the best conditions for exploring the mountainous terrain.
The limestone bedrock conceals many undiscovered archaeological sites, with numerous settlements buried beneath layers of sediment. These hidden remains could reveal important insights about ancient societies in the region.
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