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Teimiussa

Ancient Lycian port town with tombs

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

Location

About

Teimiussa, also known as Tristomon, was an ancient port town in Lycia, located near modern Üçağız in Turkey. This settlement reflects a combination of harbor functionality and inland habitation, offering insights into ancient maritime and trade practices. Notably, the site is characterized by the presence of ancient tombs, suggesting its role in burial traditions of the period. As an integral part of ancient Lycia, Teimiussa's archaeological significance lies in its contributions to understanding regional dynamics during the Classical Period, particularly between the Early and Late Classical Periods. The site provides valuable information on the socio-economic landscape of ancient Lycia, especially concerning its maritime interactions.

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Archaeological Features

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Water Management Features

Harbors

Burial and Funerary Structures

Tombs

Domestic and Habitation Structures

Towns

Historical Timeline

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Details

Country
Turkey
Source
Wikipedia