Zeugma Gaziantep

Zeugma was an ancient Hellenistic era Greek and then Roman city of Commagene; located in modern Gaziantep Province, Turkey. It was named for the bridge of boats, or zeugma, that crossed the Euphrates at that location. Zeugma Mosaic Museum contains mosaics from the site, and is one of the largest mosaic museums in the world.
  • Location: Belkis, Gaziantep Province, Turkey
  • Region: Commagene
  • Builder: Seleucus I Nicator
  • Founded: 300 BC
  • Condition: Partially submerged
  • Type: Settlement
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