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Ancient city of Kaunos, Dalyan valley, Turkey. Kaunos Latin: Caunus was a city of ancient Caria and in Anatolia Royalty Free Stock Photo

The temples Six temples have been excavated, two of Hellenistic and four of Roman origin. Probably the terrace temple of the 3rd century BC facing a circle of columns has the greatest appeal. Inside the circle an obelisk has been found, which is also depicted on old Kaunian coins. The obelisk was the symbol of king Kaunos, who according to mythology established the ancient city bearing his name.