7th Century Synagogue Found Under The House In Antalya

The lands of Turkey, which have hosted many civilizations throughout history, bring with it the possibility of making a new discovery with every pickaxe hit the ground. Today, a new discovery dating back centuries has been made in the Side neighborhood of Antalya Manavgat, which has hosted many civilizations. It emerged after the illegal structures destroyed in the region. 7th century synagogue output.

It was stated that the synagogue, which was found during the ongoing archaeological excavations in Side, is considered to be the first finding belonging to the Jews known to have lived in this region. Excavation Director Prof. Dr. Feriştah Alanyalı stated that during the ongoing excavations in the region, they discovered that this area had been abandoned since the 7th century. They also found traces of the Seljuks. stated. He added that the Seljuks set up a military garrison and kept this area under surveillance.

Removing synagogues can take time:

Feriştah Alanyalı stated that it may take some time to find synagogues because they are not as obvious as churches and mosques. Stating that there is an inscription in the middle of the synagogue, Alanyalı said in this article:Joseph of Korekesion (Alanya) dedicates for his son Daniel”, he stated. Alanyalı, Daniel’s died at the age of 2.5 He explained that he was a baby, and that Joseph paid for the renovation of the synagogue at that time in memory of his son and dedicated it to Daniel.

Although the site is a grade 1 site, it could not be protected:

Emphasizing that with the start of tourism in the 1960s, the area where the synagogue is located, destruction occurred, Alanyalı said that the structures were now withdrawn to the limits deemed appropriate by the Conservation Board. Alanyalı has been in the Aphrodite Sanctuary, Pretorium, Port Agora, colonnaded streets, Athena and Apollo sanctuary so far with the recent excavations. B.C. 6th century He stated that cult structures and many residences were unearthed.