Roman Baths of Ankara, Roman thermae complex in Altındağ, Turkey
The Roman Baths of Ankara are an archaeological site with separate sections for cold, warm, and hot bathing, connected by underground channels that carried heated water. The layout shows how Romans engineered a sophisticated system to heat and distribute water throughout the complex.
The baths were built in the early 3rd century and served the city for about 500 years. During this long period, they were rebuilt and adapted several times as different rulers controlled the region.
The name comes from its role as a public Roman bathing house where people gathered not only to wash but also to socialize and conduct business. Walking through the site today, you can see how central these places were to everyday life in the ancient city.
The site has marked walking paths that make it easy to explore different areas and view the displayed artifacts. Wear comfortable shoes since the ground is uneven and there is little shade.
Underneath the foundations lie hundreds of cut stones, including grave markers and column segments from different periods. These stones were later reused by other builders, showing how ruins were recycled for new construction.
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