The Acropolis of Pergamon, located in modern-day Bergama, was a significant cultural and political center of the Hellenistic period.

It houses impressive ruins including the Temple of Trajan, the Altar of Zeus, and a steeply tiered theater with a capacity of 10,000 spectators.

The site also included a royal library that once rivaled Alexandria’s, highlighting Pergamon’s role as a hub of learning.

With panoramic views over the Bakırçay plain, the acropolis still inspires a sense of grandeur and intellectual achievement.