Ağlasun
Ağlasun (from Greek Αγαλασσός Agalassos, in turn from Koine Greek Σαγαλασσός Sagalassos, in turn from Hittite Salawassa) is a town in Burdur Province in the Mediterranean region of Turkey. It is the seat of Ağlasun District. Its population is 3,645 (2021). The mayor is Ali Ulusoy (AKP).
Ağlasun | |
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Municipality | |
View of Ağlasun from Sagalassos | |
Ağlasun Location in Turkey | |
| Coordinates: 37°38′58″N 30°32′02″E | |
| Country | Turkey |
| Province | Burdur |
| District | Ağlasun |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Ali Ulusoy (AKP) |
| Population (2021) | 3,645 |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (TRT) |
| Postal code | 15500 |
| Website | www |
The town is 7 km from the ruins of the ancient city of Sagalassos, from which it gets its modern name.
With its rich architectural heritage, Ağlasun is a member of the Norwich-based European Association of Historic Towns and Regions.
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