Country of Turkey
Milteus ampitheaterSome where in secret around 55 C.E. a man named Paul of Tarsus said a tearful goodbye to his friends on his way to Rome. They cried because they knew it was the last time they would see each other. |
Temple of Zeus on the Pergamon AcropolisImagine if you will around 90 C.E. during the cult of the Roman Emperors how mad John of Patmos was to see his fellow Christians eating meat that was purchased from this temple. He began writing what is known as the Book of Revelations warning the Christians of the dire results that awaited the Romans and their Emperors |
Hittite PotteryThe Hittites lived in what is now central Turkey. They made very elaborate pottery from clay. As far as we know they developed the potters wheel between 6000 - 4000 BC. Their techniques lives on with modern day artisans. |
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