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Ancient city of Patara attracts attention
Ancient city of Patara attracts attention
A natural port due to its geographical structure and location, Patara has maintained its importance for centuries with this advantage. The city, which was once the capital of the Lycian Union from 168-167 B.C. to 43 A.D., is mentioned as the province of Rome in sources after this date.
Patara, known as the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis according to mythology, is also known as the place where Santa Claus was born and raised.
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