Amos (ancient city)
Amos (Ancient Greek: Ἄμος, possibly from ἄμμος "sandy") was a settlement (dēmē) of ancient Caria, located near the modern town of Turunç, Turkey.
The theatre of Amos, with the gulf of Marmaris in the background. | |
Amos The location of Amos in South Caria | |
| Location | Turunç, Muğla Province, Turkey. |
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| Region | Caria |
| Coordinates | 36°45′27.20″N 28°16′8.02″E |
| Type | Deme-centre with acropolis, necropolis and scanty remains of a temple and a theatre. |
| History | |
| Builder | Probably Doric Rhodians. |
| Material | Local stone in Ashlar, Polygonal, and Isodomic techniques. |
| Founded | Earliest findings dated to Classical times. |
| Abandoned | Probably in the Roman era. |
| Periods | Classical - Hellenistic |
| Cultures | Greek/Carian |
| Site notes | |
| Condition | Maintained for visitation with paths leading to the main sights. |
| Public access | Yes |
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