Visit the Stunning Medusa Mosaic in Ancient Kibyra
🏛️ The Medusa Mosaic in Kibyra Reopens to Tourists
The Medusa Mosaic in the ancient city of Kibyra, near Antalya, is open again for visitors. Dating back to the late Roman period, it decorates the orchestra of the 3,600-seat odeon and is renowned for its remarkable preservation and detailed craftsmanship.
🏺 The central image of Medusa reflects the late antique style, blending mythology with artistic mastery, and was believed to protect the space from evil.
Each year, protective coverings are removed during the warm season to allow public viewing. This year, the mosaic is open until the end of November, alongside the restored monumental fountain, the Tholos Nymphaeum, which now flows from its historic source.
📅 Seasonal opening: The mosaic is open until the end of November 2026 (warm season). Protective coverings are removed each year for public viewing.
💧 Alongside the Medusa Mosaic, the restored monumental fountain — the Tholos Nymphaeum — now flows again from its historic source, adding to the ancient city's revived atmosphere.
🏛️ “Visiting the site offers a rare chance to experience the artistry and atmosphere of an ancient city, carefully preserved for generations.”
📌 Quick visitor information — Kibyra Ancient City
📍 Location: Near Antalya / Burdur region, Turkey
🏛️ Odeon capacity: 3,600 seats
📅 Mosaic accessible: until end of November (warm season)
🐍 Medusa in ancient art: often depicted as a protective symbol — the Kibyra mosaic preserves this legacy in stunning detail.
