Pordoselene, Archaeological site and ancient city on Büyük Maden Island, Turkey.
Pordoselene is an archaeological site on Büyük Maden Island in the Aegean region of Turkey. Stone structures and ruins of an ancient settlement are scattered across the island.
The settlement was founded in the 5th century BCE as an important city-state in ancient Aeolis. It maintained connections with Athens through documented tribute payments.
Silver and bronze coins found here reveal how inhabitants conducted trade and craftsmanship in ancient times. These objects tell visitors about the daily life and economic relationships of the people who once lived here.
The site is located on an island and can only be reached by boat from the nearby island of Cunda. The crossing is short, so arranging a trip with a local boat operator is the best way to visit.
The name of this ancient city changed over time and was recorded in different forms by classical writers like Strabo and Ptolemy. The variations Poroselene and Proselene show how place names shifted across the centuries.
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