Destination

Stratonikeia Antik Kenti

Stratonikeia Ancient City is located within the borders of Eskihisar Village on the Yatağan-Milas highway, 6-7 km. west of Muğla's Yatağan District. The city was founded in the 3rd century B.C. Syrian King Seleucus I gave his wife Stratonice to his son Antiochus. Antiochus then founded the city in the name of Stratonice, who was first his stepmother and then his wife. According to the traveler and writer Strabo, the city was adorned with very beautiful structures.

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Stratonikeia Antik Kenti

Highlights

  • History

Good for

  • Cultural routes

Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Stratonikeia Antik Kenti sits within Yatağan, Muğla. The toroti catalogue holds 120 described stops across Muğla, 4 of them in Yatağan.

The nearest stop is Lagina Antik Kenti, 7.2 km to the north. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Istanbul – Mugla route passes 11 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Frequently asked

What is Stratonikeia Antik Kenti?
Stratonikeia Ancient City is located within the borders of Eskihisar Village on the Yatağan-Milas highway, 6-7 km. west of Muğla's Yatağan District. The city was founded in the 3rd century B.C. Syrian King Seleucus I gave his wife Stratonice to his son Antiochus. Antiochus then founded the city in the name of Stratonice, who was first his stepmother and then his wife. According to the traveler and writer Strabo, the city was adorned with very beautiful structures.
Where is Stratonikeia Antik Kenti?
Stratonikeia Antik Kenti is in Yatağan, Muğla.
How long does it take to visit Stratonikeia Antik Kenti?
The suggested visit time for Stratonikeia Antik Kenti is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Stratonikeia Antik Kenti?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Stratonikeia Antik Kenti; the closest are Lagina Antik Kenti, Anıt Ağaç, Panamara.
Is Stratonikeia Antik Kenti on the way anywhere, and which route?
Stratonikeia Antik Kenti lies 11 km from the Istanbul – Mugla route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.