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Sardis
Sardis, in Manisa-Salihli is one of the most remarkable sightseeing areas of Turkey. It is the ancient capital of Lydia, once ruled by King Croesus, who was the first one to use coinage in exchange for goods. Since Sardis encountered earthquakes, most of the remains date back only to Roman times. There are the remains of the temple of Artemis and a restored gymnasium, exhibiting of the past splendor of this ancient city. The splendid Synagogue from the 3rd Century is worth visiting, with its elaborate mosaics and artfully carved colored-stone panels. At Sindelli village there are the fossil foot prints of mankind, belonging to the period of 25-50-century BC.
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