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Alinda Antik Kenti
According to Hittite tablets and Egyptian writings, this ancient city was referred to as İalanti in ancient writing and was included in the land of the Seha river (Büyük Menderes). To secure the safety of Arzavva king Uhazitis, who took courage from the Hittite emperor II. Mursillis ascending the throne at a young age, and to carry out attacks comfortably, he first made an agreement with Ahhiawa and gave Miletus to him in return for the military assistance he would provide. This information II.
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Suggested visit:45 minutes
According to Hittite tablets and Egyptian writings, this ancient city was referred to in old writing as İalanti and was included in the land of the Seha River (Büyük Menderes). To secure the safety of Arzavva king Uhazitis, who had been encouraged by the Hittite emperor II. Mursillis ascending the throne at a young age, and to enable him to carry out attacks comfortably, an agreement was first made with Ahhiawa, and in return for the military assistance he would provide, Miletus was given to him. This information is found in the annals and inscriptions of II. Mursilis.
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Alinda Antik Kenti sits within Karpuzlu, Aydın. The toroti catalogue holds 71 described stops across Aydın, 1 of them in Karpuzlu.
The nearest stop is Alabanda Antik Kenti, 14 km to the east. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
The Istanbul – Mugla route passes 19 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.
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Frequently asked
- What is Alinda Antik Kenti?
- According to Hittite tablets and Egyptian writings, this ancient city was referred to as İalanti in ancient writing and was included in the land of the Seha river (Büyük Menderes). To secure the safety of Arzavva king Uhazitis, who took courage from the Hittite emperor II. Mursillis ascending the throne at a young age, and to carry out attacks comfortably, he first made an agreement with Ahhiawa and gave Miletus to him in return for the military assistance he would provide. This information II.
- Where is Alinda Antik Kenti?
- Alinda Antik Kenti is in Karpuzlu, Aydın.
- How long does it take to visit Alinda Antik Kenti?
- The suggested visit time for Alinda Antik Kenti is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Alinda Antik Kenti?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Alinda Antik Kenti; the closest are Alabanda Antik Kenti, Labranda Antik Kenti, Cincin Kalesi.
- Is Alinda Antik Kenti on the way anywhere, and which route?
- Alinda Antik Kenti lies 19 km from the Istanbul – Mugla route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.