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Attalia

1911 Encyclopedia Britannica

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an ancient city of Pamphylia, which derived its name from Attalus II., king of Pergamum; the modern Adalia. It was important as the nearest seaport to the rich districts of south-west Phrygia. A much-frequented "halfsea" route led through it to the Lycus and Maeander valleys, and so to Ephesus and Smyrna. This was the natural way from any part of central Asia Minor to Syria and Egypt, and accordingly we hear of Paul and Barnabas taking ship at Attalia for Antioch. Originally the port of Perga, Attalia eclipsed the old Pamphylian capital in early Christian times and became the metropolis. There are extensive remains of the ancient walls, including some portions which go back to the foundation of the Pergamenian city. The most conspicuous monument is the triple Gate of Hadrian, flanked by a tower built by the empress Julia. This lies about half-way round the enceinte and formerly admitted the road from Perga.

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Chisholm, Hugh, General Editor. Entry for 'Attalia'. 1911 Encyclopedia Britanica. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​bri/​a/attalia.html. 1910.
 
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