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Lagina Ancient City is a Carian sanctuary located in Yatağan district of Muğla, particularly famous for its Temple of Hecate.

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Lagina Ancient City is an important Carian sanctuary located near the Turgut town in the Yatağan district of Muğla, connected to the Ancient City of Stratonikeia by a sacred road. Excavations in the ancient city show that the region has a settlement history dating back to 3000 BC. Lagina, which gained great importance especially during the Hellenistic and Roman periods, hosted a large temple dedicated to Hecate, one of the most important goddesses of Caria. The temple is a peripteral structure surrounded by columns on all four sides, and it stands out with its friezes decorated with reliefs. These friezes depict meetings of gods, battles with Amazons, and scenes from Carian mythology. The importance of Lagina stems not only from its being a religious center but also from its close relationship with Stratonikeia. The sacred road extending between the two cities was used for religious ceremonies and processions. In Lagina, besides the temple, there are also a propylon (monumental entrance gate), a stoa (columned gallery), a podium, and various cult structures. The city maintained its importance during the Roman Empire period but began to be abandoned during the Byzantine period. Today...

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• Wear comfortable shoes when visiting Lagina Ancient City, as the area is quite extensive.
• Especially in summer, remember to bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
• Considering the sacred road connection between the ancient city and Stratonikeia, you might consider visiting both cities.
• Allocate enough time to closely examine the friezes and architectural details of the Temple of Hecate.
• You can learn more about the history and importance of the city by reading the information panels in the area.