alabanda

alabanda was an ancient carian city in what is now aydın, turkey.

it was wealthy enough in the roman era that ancient writers described it as a place known for luxury, entertainment, and an almost excessive love of pleasure. today, you can still find the remains of its theater, temples, baths, stadium, and city walls.

kind of funny how even 2,000 years ago some cities already had a reputation for knowing how to have a good time. image