Where is Laodikya Antik Kenti?

Laodikya Antik Kenti is in Merkezefendi, Denizli.

How long does it take to visit Laodikya Antik Kenti?

The suggested visit time for Laodikya Antik Kenti is about 45 minutes.

What else is there to see near Laodikya Antik Kenti?

toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Laodikya Antik Kenti; the closest are Laodikeia Antik Kenti, Akhan Kervansarayı, Ahi Sinan Türbesi.

Is Laodikya Antik Kenti on the way anywhere, and which route?

Laodikya Antik Kenti lies 860 m from the Izmir – Antalya route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.

Destination

Laodikya Antik Kenti

Laodikeia Ancient City was established at a very favorable geographical point and to the south of the Lykos River. The name of the city appears in ancient sources mostly as “Laodikeia on the banks of the Lykos.” According to other ancient sources, the city was founded by Antiochos II between 261-263 BC, and the city was given the name of Antiochos's wife, Laodike.

Merkezefendi, Denizli

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Suggested visit:45 minutes

Laodikeia Ancient City was established at a very favorable geographical point and to the south of the Lykos River. In ancient sources, the city's name is more commonly mentioned as “Laodikeia on the banks of the Lykos.” According to other ancient sources, the city was founded by Antiochos II between 261-263 BC, and the city was given the name of Antiochos's wife, Laodike.

At a glance

Type: ancient city, archaeological site
Heritage designation: Tentative World Heritage Site

Source: Wikidata

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Laodikya Antik Kenti sits within Merkezefendi, Denizli. The toroti catalogue holds 90 described stops across Denizli, 7 of them in Merkezefendi.

The nearest stop is Laodikeia Antik Kenti, 370 m to the northwest. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Izmir – Antalya route passes 860 m away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Other places nearby

Laodikeia Antik Kenti370 m to the northwest Akhan Kervansarayı2.7 km to the southeast Ahi Sinan Türbesi5.7 km to the southwest Kaleiçi Çarşısı5.8 km to the southwest Yediler Cami ve İlbadı Türbesi5.9 km to the southwest Yediler İlbadi Türbesi5.9 km to the southwest

Routes that pass close by

Izmir – Antalya860 m Izmir – Denizli860 m Istanbul – Denizli880 m Ankara – Mugla6.5 km Antalya – Denizli12 km

Frequently asked

What is Laodikya Antik Kenti?: Laodikeia Ancient City was established at a very favorable geographical point and to the south of the Lykos River. The name of the city appears in ancient sources mostly as “Laodikeia on the banks of the Lykos.” According to other ancient sources, the city was founded by Antiochos II between 261-263 BC, and the city was given the name of Antiochos's wife, Laodike.
Where is Laodikya Antik Kenti?: Laodikya Antik Kenti is in Merkezefendi, Denizli.
How long does it take to visit Laodikya Antik Kenti?: The suggested visit time for Laodikya Antik Kenti is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Laodikya Antik Kenti?: toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Laodikya Antik Kenti; the closest are Laodikeia Antik Kenti, Akhan Kervansarayı, Ahi Sinan Türbesi.
Is Laodikya Antik Kenti on the way anywhere, and which route?: Laodikya Antik Kenti lies 860 m from the Izmir – Antalya route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.