This is part of what’s left of an ancient city of Pergamum in a modern-day Turkey. It was also a well-known center for the arts. The theatre was originally built during the 3rd century BC, modified by the Romans. The theater has 80 rows of seats, divided into three sections, with a seating capacity of about 10,000 persons. It has a very good acoustic sound system. When I was at the bottom, I could literally hear what my group was talking at the top.
Pergamum is one of the “seven churches of Asia” in the Bible as written by Apostle John in the Book of Revelation.
“To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: ‘I know your works, and where you dwell… where Satan’s throne is. And you hold fast to my name, and did not deny my faith even in the days in which Antipas was my faithful martyr, who was killed among you, where Satan dwells.'” Revelation 2:12
The two trees in the picture are where the “Throne of Satan” was built before. The throne was excavated, relocated, and reconstructed in Berlin.
Turkey is literally filed with abandoned ancient relics. Even in the city, we found a sarcophagus used as a beautiful “settee” for these young girls.
Photographs and Memories 
I’ve only been to Istanbul, but I absolutely loved it! The history hidden in those stones – amazing…
Istanbul is just as fabulous. We only spent two nights and three days. Not enough.
Great post. 🙂
When I was a kid I thought Turkey is the country where the animal originated. 🙂
Love this one Perpetua – MUST get to Turkey!!!
GO, and you will find yourself with “reckless abandon” in takings pictures in Turkey.
Turkey is one of my favorite countries to visit – even going back with children – as the history is so accessible it makes you feel as if you are living it!
Oh, I better check out your categories and see if you have written about your trip.
I’d better check I’ve written about it also – sadly though most aren’t my photographs as my originals were stolen 😦
Nice pics and background info. The entire book of the Revelation is a fantastic read as are the first 3 with the searching letters to the 7 churches in Asia.
HI there, thank you. It helped me understand the book when I did the pilgrimage. I remember you, the bonsai. How big is your tree?
Hi, The tree stands about 24 inches tall from the top of the pot. It still has along way to go to make it a good tree but its getting there.
I admit I know very little about Turkey. Sounds like you got a lot from that trip, though! I’m happy for you, Perpetua! 🙂
It’s a fascinating place. Christianity is now a minority and I would like to return if I can. Thank you, Teri.
I have always wanted to visit the “outside of Italy” Roman ruins.
Start planning, Mr. DaG. It’s warm in Turkey like Miami and ruins galore.
We took a very similar photo when we were there…. It’s such a magnificent theatre. We were in absolute awe when we saw it.
Great photo!
It’s a famous angle for photo shot, then you can capture the “Throne of Satan” aka the trees. Thank you.