Cybele Altar Sardis, Turkey

An ancient altar from the time of the Lydian King Croesus (6th cent. BC), the Altar of Cybele (the Mother Goddess) is located next to the gold refineries and features two crouching lions.

Location map of Cybele Altar, Sardis, Turkey. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Cybele Altar, Sardis, Turkey. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address
Sardis, Turkey
Coordinates
38.4867140° N, 28.0371630° E map · aerial

Article Info

Page Title
Cybele Altar
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
April 15, 2024