Sagalassos
SAGALASSOS The clouds hang low over the Taurus Mountains, clinging to the jagged limestone peaks like wisps of forgotten history. But as you ascend the winding road toward the ancient city of Sagalassos, the mist begins to part, revealing a site that defies the very notion of isolation. Perched 1,500 meters above sea level, overlooking the sun-drenched plains of Burdur, this is a city that literally touches the sky. Often called the "City of Lovers" by locals, Sagalassos is a testament to the sheer audacity of the Pisidian people. While many ancient cities clung to the safety of the valleys, the inhabitants of this metropolis chose the clouds. It was a strategic masterstroke, creating a mountain stronghold that remained virtually untouched by the looting and destruction that leveled its lowland neighbors. A Theater in the Clouds The first thing that strikes you upon entering the site is the silence. There is no cacophony of modern traffic, only the wind whisperi...
