Pergamon, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Turkey, is an ancient city renowned for its historical and cultural significance. Founded in the 3rd century BCE, it became a major center of Hellenistic civilization, boasting impressive structures like the steep theater, the Altar of Zeus, and one of the ancient world’s great libraries. The city later flourished under Roman rule, adding temples, aqueducts, and a renowned healing center, the Asklepieion. Today, its well-preserved ruins offer a glimpse into its past as a hub of art, science, and religion.

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