An early morning (virtual) journey to the Taurus Mountains and the Ruins of Termessos.
https://youtu.be/MrXBATtOtFY
In the midst of pine forests and at 1000 meters altitude with no public access or transport...once again virtual travel displays its charm.
Termossos is one of the most well preserved of the ancient cities of Turkey.
You have probably even heard stories of the mythical founder of Termessos. Bellerophon...or at least remember his mount...the winged horse Pegasus.
http://www.uexpress.com/tell-me-a-story/2008/9/21/bellerophon-and-pegasus-a-greek-legend
(The story of Bellerophon and Pegasus)
After a strong earthquake struck Termessos in the 5th Century, and destroyed the aqueduct system that supplied water to the city, it was abandoned. More than anything, this is probably what preserved the ruins so well...as there was no need to capture or overrun it during later wars.
Later: The Chimera
More anon...