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A 545-Year-Old Tsunami May Explain the Destruction of Patara’s Roman Lighthouse
Patara’s Roman Lighthouse stood at the entrance to one of ancient Lycia’s most important harbors for more than a thousand years. A new study now suggests that a devastating earthquake and tsunami in 1481 may help explain how the long-lived monument was finally destroyed. The disaster struck on May 3, 1481, when a major earthquake…
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Ancient Patara Lighthouse Set to Illuminate Sailors’ Path Once More
The ancient city of Patara, situated in southwestern Türkiye’s Antalya region, is celebrated for its deep historical significance. Once the capital of the Lycian League, Patara served as a crucial maritime trade hub. Today, the ancient lighthouse, originally constructed by Roman Emperor Nero and later ravaged by natural disasters, is undergoing reconstruction with its original…
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Restoration of Patara’s 2000-Year-Old Ancient Lighthouse Reaches Final Stage
The restoration of the ancient lighthouse in Patara, the capital of the Lycian League, has reached its final stage. Located near Kaş in Antalya, Patara was known in antiquity as the sacred center of the god Apollo. In 2020, officials declared the year as the ‘Year of Patara.’ Under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Havva…