Bergama Archeological Museum

The museum displays an extensive collection of artifacts from ancient Pergamon, including Hellenistic sculptures, Roman inscriptions, Byzantine pottery, and architectural fragments from various archaeological excavations throughout the region.

Established in 1936 following major excavations that began in 1865 with the discovery of the Altar of Zeus, the museum was built by architects Bruno Meyer and Harold Hanson on the site of an old cemetery.

The ethnography section showcases traditional clothing of Yoruk, Turkmen, and Çepni tribes, along with bridal costumes and carpets from surrounding regions known for their distinctive craftsmanship and cultural heritage.

Located at Cumhuriyet Caddesi No:10 in Zafer Mahallesi, the museum operates daily from 08:30 to 20:00 with ticket sales closing at 19:30, and offers accessible facilities for all visitors.

The museum houses the first minted kistophor coins from Pergamon and displays clothing worn during the War of Independence by Zeybek Tuzcu Efe, connecting ancient history with modern Turkish heritage.

Location: Zafer Mahallesi

GPS coordinates: 39.11646,27.17579

Latest update: July 24, 2025 10:19