Bergama: Ruins of the City of Pergamon
Bergama, Turkey is a large city center in the district of Izmir Province in the west part of the country. Bergama, TR is one of the very urbanized cities in the country. The original name of the city was Pergamon from its early settlers. The city is very popular for its gold and fine carpets. Cotton is also abundant in Bergama, TR. Bergama, TR is a nice place to visit and be immersed in a local culture without leaving the convenience of the city.
Best Time to Visit
The busiest time of the year in Bergam, TR is in June because the city celebrates its annual Bergama Kermesi Festival. It is a local event that celebrates the art of Turkey which includes songs, dances, paintings, writings and so on.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The city of Bergma, TR is an archeological site in itself. A tour in the city will bring history in front of your eyes. The Pergamon Acropolis is the remains of the powerful Greek city of Aeolis, a great city in the ancient period. The Asclepion in the more mountainous area was once a sacred site of Romans that has been established in the 4th century. If Jordan has Petra, Turkey has Kizil Avlu, a ruins of an temple in the ancient Bergama.
After a walk to history, it is nice to stay in the peaceful Elaia Hotel near the city center. A little outside the city, Hotel La Bella Bergama offers a simple place to stay. Both hotels have a local vibe to be immersed in.