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A workshop area located in the ancient city of Stratonikeia, where structures and life from ancient times are re-enacted.

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Stratonikeia Workshop is located within the ancient city of Stratonikeia, also known as the 'City of Gladiators', in the Yatağan district of Muğla. The ancient city is one of the rare settlements that houses structures from the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Beyliks, Ottoman, and Republican periods. This workshop is one of the spaces unearthed and restored during the excavation works in the ancient city. The main purpose of Stratonikeia Workshop is to concretely present the daily lives, handicrafts, and production processes of the people who lived in this region in ancient times to visitors. Here, tools, production techniques, and daily items used in ancient times are exhibited, and in some cases, these processes are re-enacted. Visitors can gain detailed information about the craftsmanship tradition of ancient times through the exhibits and information panels within the workshop. The ongoing restoration and conservation efforts throughout the ancient city of Stratonikeia allow this workshop to be continuously updated and enriched. The workshop is an important part of the efforts to preserve the cultural and historical heritage of the ancient city and pass it on to future generations. Features…

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• Before visiting the workshop, allow enough time to explore other parts of the ancient city of Stratonikeia.
• Carefully examine the exhibits and information panels in the workshop to learn about ancient handicrafts.
• If available, consider participating in live demonstrations or workshops held at the site.
• In hot weather, remember to bring a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water, as the ancient city is an open-air site.
• Comfortable shoes are recommended as you will be walking throughout the ancient city.