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The Celsus Library of Ephesos is one of the biggest libraries of the ancient world and was built during the golden years of the Roman Empire, in 100 - 110 AD. The magnificent building contained more than just a library - it is also a heroon that was built over the burial chamber of the late roman Senator Tiberius Iulius Celsus Polemaeanus.
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In an earthquake around 270 AD, the library was partially destroyed. During late antiquity, the remains of its magnificent facade served as the back wall of a street fountain. The Library was first excavated in 1905/1906 and rebuilt in 1970–1978, financed by Anton Kallinger-Prskawetz and the Friends of Ephesos.


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The so-called Temple of Hadrian is one of the most famous buildings on Curetes Street. The temple was consecrated by Publius Quintilius Valens Varius, his wife, and his daughter Varilla in 117/118 A.D.

Newest research by the Austrian Archaeological Institute indicates that the main focus of the rather small but well preserved temple was the Ephesian City goddess Artemis. The reliefs further depict mythological scenes from the foundation of the city such as of Androklos, one of the founders of Ephesos, shooting a wild boar with bow and arrow, as well as scenes from the sanctuary of Artemis.

The temple itself is located on the old processional road which led from the sanctuary, through the city, back to the temple of Artemis, and played a big role in processions and other festivities, with rituals most likely carried out in front of the building.

The building was excavated in 1956 and due to its excellent state of preservation it was rebuilt with original building elements in 1957/1958. From 2012-14, the Austrian Archaeological Institute (ÖAI) executed an extensive conservation project with the support of the



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The intersection point of Ionia and Ancient Rome, The Celsus Library🏛
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