Skip to main content

Asia Minor Collection (#40)

Asia Minor, also known as Anatolia, is a region steeped in rich history and cultural significance

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Amphitheatre dating from 162 AD

Amphitheatre dating from 162 AD, Aspendos, Antalya Region, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Kursunlu Waterfall

Kursunlu Waterfall, Kursunlu National Park, Antalya Region, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Agora, archaeological site of Hierapolis

Agora, archaeological site of Hierapolis, Pamukkale, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Church and baths

Church and baths, archaeological site of Hierapolis, Pamukkale, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Mount Ararat

Mount Ararat, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Sardis, Anatolia

Sardis, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Close-up of carved head

Close-up of carved head, Didyma, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: The ruins of Phaselis

The ruins of Phaselis, with the Tehtel mountain in the background, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Mosaic representing the lyre

Mosaic representing the lyre, sun and bow, the three symbols of Apollo, ruins of the Apollo Temple at Letoon, near Fethiye, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Walls and towers of Mamure Kalesi on the Mediterranean sea

Walls and towers of Mamure Kalesi on the Mediterranean sea, Anamur, Turkey

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Roman triumphal gate of Patara

Roman triumphal gate of Patara, Turkey

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Rock carved Lycian tombs

Rock carved Lycian tombs, Myra, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Turkish handmade pottery

Turkish handmade pottery, Avanos, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Ottoman houses in Safranbolu

Ottoman houses in Safranbolu, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Jesus with angels

Jesus with angels, Christian frescoes in Sandal Church, Goreme Open Air Museum, Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Close-up of wall paintings (frescoes)

Close-up of wall paintings (frescoes), of Emperor Constantine and Teodosia holding the true cross, St. Barbara Church, Goreme Museum, Goreme, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Christian frescoes in Apple Church

Christian frescoes in Apple Church, Goreme Open Air Museum, Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Religious wall paintings (frescoes)

Religious wall paintings (frescoes), Sandal Church, Goreme Open Air Museum, Goreme, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Crucifixion

Crucifixion, Christian frescoes in Sandal Church, Goreme Open Air Museum, Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Christian frescoes in Sandal Church

Christian frescoes in Sandal Church, Goreme Open Air Museum, Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Close-up of wall painting (fresco) of St

Close-up of wall painting (fresco) of St. George, St. Barbara Church, Goreme Open Air Museum, Goreme, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Chateau Saint Pierre

Chateau Saint Pierre, Bodrum, Egee region, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Hot air balloon above the Goreme Valley

Hot air balloon above the Goreme Valley, Cappadocia, central Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Goreme Valley

Goreme Valley, Cappadocia, central Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Terraces at Pamukkale

Terraces at Pamukkale, Hierapolis-Pamukkale, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Denizli Province, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Rock tomb, Dalyan

Rock tomb, Dalyan, Lycia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Bay of Olu Deniz

Bay of Olu Deniz, Fethiye, Lycia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Kalekoy fortress

Kalekoy fortress, Kekova Bay, Lycia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Kaputas beach

Kaputas beach, Lycia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Beach, Kaputas

Beach, Kaputas, Lycia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Greco-Roman carved tombs

Greco-Roman carved tombs, Myra, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Greek ruins

Greek ruins, Phaselis, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Cowries, beads and buttons

Cowries, beads and buttons, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Hot air ballooning

Hot air ballooning, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Cappadocia

Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Landscape near Priene

Landscape near Priene, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Pamukkale, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Pamukkale, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Tourists at Ephesus

Tourists at Ephesus, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Theatre, Ephesus

Theatre, Ephesus, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Camel blanket

Camel blanket, Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Close-up of lock on an old door

Close-up of lock on an old door, Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Cave dwellings

Cave dwellings, near Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Volcanic tuff pillars and erosion

Volcanic tuff pillars and erosion, Pasabagi, Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Erosion with volcanic tuff pillars near Goreme

Erosion with volcanic tuff pillars near Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Volcanic tuff pillars and erosion surrounding Goreme

Volcanic tuff pillars and erosion surrounding Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Minaret, volcanic tuff pillars and erosion surrounding Goreme

Minaret, volcanic tuff pillars and erosion surrounding Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Cavusin, near Goreme

Cavusin, near Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Background imageAsia Minor Collection: Interior of church in Open Air Museum

Interior of church in Open Air Museum, Goreme, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia




For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

Asia Minor, also known as Anatolia, is a region steeped in rich history and cultural significance. Located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, it has witnessed the rise and fall of great empires throughout the centuries. In ancient times, Asia Minor was home to various civilizations such as Ancient Greece and its colonies around the Aegean. These city-states flourished with remarkable achievements in art, philosophy, and politics. The remnants of their grandeur can still be seen today through archaeological sites scattered across the land. The Byzantine Empire dominated Asia Minor during the 9th century AD. A map from that era showcases its vast territories encompassing present-day Turkey. This empire left an indelible mark on architecture with iconic structures like Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia) Sultanahmet in Istanbul – a magnificent testament to Byzantine craftsmanship. Religious heritage is also prominent in Asia Minor. The Armenian church of Holy Cross on Akdamar Island stands proudly amidst Lake Van's serene waters—an architectural gem reflecting Armenia's historical presence in this region. The Roman Empire once extended its dominion over Asia Minor; evidence lies within a map illustrating its expansive reach during circa 200 AD. Bodrum Harbour boasts another reminder of this period—the Castle of St. Peter—a formidable fortress guarding against potential invaders. During the mid-700s, Arab influence swept through parts as they established their own empire. Their impact can still be felt today through cultural elements infused into local traditions and practices. For those seeking natural wonders amidst this historical tapestry, Lycian rock tombs carved into cliffsides near Dalyan offer breathtaking views—a glimpse into ancient burial customs dating back thousands of years. Gulets peacefully docked at Kalkan harbor provide an idyllic scene along Southwest Turkey's Mediterranean coast—inviting visitors to explore picturesque coastal towns along Lycia's enchanting shores. Lastly, Asia Minor holds immense significance in religious history.