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The Ancient City of Olba is located within the modern boundaries of Mersin Province in Türkiye, near the village of Uzuncaburç (formerly known as Diokaesareia), which is administered by the Silifke district. In antiquity, the city was situated within the region of Cilicia, along the basin of the Limonlu River (ancient Lamos) on the southern slopes of the Taurus Mountains. Historical Background Olba is referred to as “Olba” or “Olbe” in ancient sources. Its history extends back to the Hellenistic

Olba Ancient City is located within the boundaries of Mersin Province in modern-day Türkiye, near the village of Uzuncaburç (formerly Diokaesareia), which belongs to the district of Silifke. In antiquity, the city was situated in the region of Cilicia, within the basin of the Limonlu River (ancient Lamos), on the southern slopes of the Taurus Mountains. Historical Background Olba is referred to as “Olba” or “Olbe” in ancient sources. Its history extends back to the Hellenistic period. In the wor