Arykanda Baths

The baths which lie to the south of the necropolis are certainly among the best preserved buildings as they remain almost intact to roof level. A semi-circular viewing room provides a splendid view into the Arykandos valley. The hypocaust system in the frigidarium and caldarium is still in fine condition. To the west of the baths in an annex to the complex stands a gymnasium with school-rooms on the northern side. The baths are easily accessible from here. Similarly a door opened from the adjacent palaestra to the baths. Spring water (Basgöz Pinari) still flows into the town through rock canals supported with masonry. There are two necropoles, one to the east and one to the west of the ruined city, where some interesting sarcophagi, huge tombs and small temples with relief designs can be seen. Near the western burial ground lie some pre-Christian rock tombs.