#lycian necropolis

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7 Most Romantic Places in Turkey for Couples

Turkey invites couples to explore its most romantic locations with its amazing landscapes, rich historical weave, and kind people. With its weird rock formations, Cappadocia is a destination for hot air balloon adventures and underground hotel excursions. Istanbul, the city where East and West come together, welcomes couples to take relaxing walks in Sultanahmet Square, take a boat ride on the Bosphorus, and enjoy the city's historic beauty. Pamuk Kale's terraces, which are designed to have the appearance of a "Cotton Castle," offer an atmosphere of peace where couples can relax in warm pools surrounded by historic remains. The well-preserved ancient city of Ephesus attracts, while Antalya's beach, history, and Old Town beauty combine to make for a perfect vacation. While Assos Island offers a romantic getaway surrounded in peacefully with its historic sites and seashore calm, Olu Deniz is home to the beautiful Blue Lagoon and thrilling skydiving activities. These seven locations offer couples an amazing tour through Turkey's natural and cultural valuables, weaving a romantic weave.

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Here are seven of the most romantic places in Turkey:

1. Cappadocia:

Activities: Discover the interesting underground cities and rock-cut churches in addition to the hot air balloon trips. Go on an ATV or horseback ride to find magical staircases and hidden landscapes. For a totally unique experience, book a romantic cave hotel stay.

2. Istanbul:

Sultanahmet Square: Explore Istanbul's historic centre, which is home to famous sites including the Basilica Cistern, the Blue Mosque, and the Hagia Sophia.

Bosphorus Cruise: Taking a romantic boat trip across the Bosphorus offers amazing views of Istanbul's Asian and European sides.

Galata Tower: Climb the Galata Tower for expansive city views. It is a historical tower.

3. Pamuk Kale:

Hierapolis: Explore the well-preserved theatres, temples, and necropolis of the ancient city foundations next to Pamuk Kale.

Cleopatra's Pool: Swim in the warm waters of Cleopatra's Pool, which is dotted with historic arches.

4. Ephesus:

Celsus Library: Take in the beauty of this historic library, one of Ephesus' most easily recognised buildings.

Terrace Houses: Be in wonder of the beautifully frescoed and mosaiced old Roman villas that have been preserved.

5. Antalya:

Old Town (Kaleici): Walk through beautiful cafes, stores, and narrow streets with buildings from the Ottoman era.

Duden Waterfalls: Take in the beauty of these waterfalls, which are particularly thrilling at night.

6. Olu Deniz:

Paragliding: Go paragliding for a thrilling and romantic experience as you fly over Olu Deniz Beach and the Blue Lagoon.

Lycian Way: Walk along the Lycian Way, a long-distance path that provides beautiful views of the shore, as a group.

7. Assos:

Ancient Theatre: With the Aegean Sea as background, explore the remains of the old theatre.

Behramkale town: Take a walk around this little town, famous for its old stone cottages and genuine atmosphere.

Conclusion:

Turkey's different landscapes reveal an arrangement of romance that captivates the hearts of couples looking for an unforgettable getaway. Every site, from the bizarre sky of Cappadocia to the historic are attractive of Istanbul, the mineral-rich lakes of Pamuk Kale, and the age-old attraction of Ephesus, tells a different story of love among its treasures of nature and culture. Turkey's romantic tapestry is further complicated by the beachside pleasures of Antalya, the paradisiacal beauty of Olu Deniz, and the peaceful atmosphere of Assos. Couples find an ideal combination of history, adventure, and calm as they walk through these beautiful locations hand in hand, making priceless memories that last long after the trip is finished. Turkey's romantic hug promises an exciting vacation as well as a shared experience that develops love relationships while you take in the wonders of this attractive nation.

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Myra Necropolis Demre in Turkey

A Lycian city of the dead carved into the hillside of Southern Turkey. 

[classicalmonuments]

Termessos, Pisidia, Asia Minor (Turkey) 

(Greek Τερμησσός Termissós) was a Pisidian city built at an altitude of more than 1000 metres at the south-west side of the mountain Solymos in the Taurus Mountains (modern-day Turkey). It lies 17 kilometres to the north-west of Antalya. It was founded on a natural platform on top of Solymos, soaring to a height of 1,665 metres from among the surrounding travertine mountains of Antalya.

For the first time Termessos appeared in the literature on the pages of the Iliad. Homer mentions that Bellerophon, the Greek hero who rode a winged horse Pegasus and became known as Chimera killer, was commissioned by the king of Lycia to conquer Termessos. He managed to force the residents Termessos to surrender by flying over the mountains on Pegasus and throwing stones at the rebels.

Apart from this story, little is known about the ancient history of Termessos. Most probably the city was founded by a Pisidic tribe, the local people related to the residents of Isauria and Cilicia. The same tribe settled in what is now the province of Isparta, where they built the city of Sagalassos. The inhabitants of Termessos called themselves Solymi and that name was, according to Strabo, derived from Solymeus, an Anatolian god who in later times became identified with Zeus. This is evidenced by the coins minted in Termessos with the image of the deity and his name.

The first historical mention of Termessos dates back to 334 BCE. In this time Alexander the Great arrived to the area with a plan to capture Termessos. However, his attempts failed, and the Eagle's Nest turned out to be a more difficult problem than the Gordian Knot. The Macedonian king lost in Termessos a lot of time, but deep gorges and steep mountain slopes provided sufficient defenses for Termessos inhabitants. Finally Alexander decided to leave Termessos alone, directing his army towards Sagalassos. This way Termessos became one of the two cities of Asia Minor, the other being Sillyon, that the Macedonian army was not been able to conquer.

In the Hellenistic period Termessos entered the era of great prosperity, but it was implicated in the conflicts between the heirs of Alexander the Great. One of the generals of the Macedonian king, Antigonos Monophtalmos, after the death of Alexander proclaimed himself the ruler of Asia Minor. Then he declared a war against the competitor for the title - Alcetas, who, at that time, was based in Pisidia.

Alcetas and his companions fled before the huge army of Antigonos to Termessos and city residents vowed to help him. However, when Antigonos lied siege to the city the council of elders decided to hand Alcetas over to him, in order to protect Termessos and quickly sent messengers to Antigonos with the news.

Younger residents of Termessos opposed this perfidy and left the city as a sign of protest against it. Alcetas chose death over falling into the hands of the enemy - he committed suicide and his body was handed over to Antigonos. After three days spent on the desecration of Alcetas corpse the Antigonos army went on their way, leaving the body unburied. Young people from Termessos returned to the city and after learning about the course of events, buried Alcetas with great honors and issued a beautiful monument dedicated to him.

In the 2nd century BCE Termessos took part in a number of conflicts, first against the league of Lycian cities, and then against their neighbors from the city of Isinda. In this period, the city also established their colony under the name of Termessos Minor (also known as Oioanda). During another conflict, this time with Selge, Termessos entered the alliance with the king of Pergamon - Attalos II. This friendship was commemorated by the erection of two-storied stoa, funded by Attalos II.

In the period of Roman domination in Asia Minor Termessos retained considerable autonomy as a "friend and ally" of Rome. The residents of the city could set their own laws, they were also guaranteed the freedom and the right to mint their own coins.

The end to the prosperity and existence of Termessos came with an earthquake that destroyed the aqueduct supplying drinking water to the city. The exact year of this event has not been determined, although it is known that even in the period of early Christianity Termessos was the seat of the bishop. In the 5th century CE the city was already completely deserted, and from that time until its discovery by the modern travelers it fell into oblivion.

On a personal note, Termessos was one of the most challenging sites I covered to date, as most of the information about it was written in an 1800′s book in German, and the rest as a little tourist information to the site, with most photos unnamed and without identification of the building. Exactly because of those reasons, I thought bringing this city to life by supplying an open, English, available, graphic source for public use is of important. I was moved by how many people volunteered and offered to help with this mission.

Map:

O1 - Theater

O2 - Odeon

Q1 - Rotunda monument

N1-  The Corinthian Temple

N2 -  Temple of Ares (Small Corinthian Temple)

N3 -  Temple of Zeus Solymeus

N4 -  Minor Temple of Artemis

N5 -  Temple of Artemis

N6 -  The anonymous Heroon

H - Gymnasium and Baths

Hadrians Propylon and Temple  (Not on map)

Tomb of Alcetas  (Not on map)

Termessian Necropolis:  Sarcophagi ;  Rock cut tombs ;  Tomb of Armasta ; Mausoleum of Mamstis ;  Tomb S3 ; The Lion Sarcophagus ; Tomb of Agathemeros ; 

Sources: 1, 2, 3, 4

#art #Architecture #travel #history #Termessos #city #pisidia #antalya #turkey #asia minor

[casper456]

📍Kaleköy - Simena / Antalya. Kaleköy, is a village of the Demre district in the Antalya Province of Turkey, located between Kaş and Demre, on the Mediterranean coast. Kaleköy faces the island of Kekova, and can be reached by sea or on foot from Üçağız. The village lies amidst a Lycian necropolis, which is partially sunken underwater. Wikipedia. • 📷: @seyahat.listesi #travel  #welivetoexplore #nomad #nomadlife #worldingram #traveldeeper #seastheday #traveling #türkiye #türkey #mountain #kaleköy #antalya (at Kaleköy -Simena) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFvtvWxleCO/?igshid=fhkra9gfmmjy

#travel #welivetoexplore #nomad #nomadlife #worldingram #traveldeeper #seastheday #traveling #türkiye #türkey #mountain #kaleköy #antalya

[m1male2]

The sarcophagus of Payava, from the 4th century BC C., was found in the necropolis of the Lycian city of Janto, in present-day Turkey. This stone sarcophagus imitates the wooden box in which the dead were usually placed and is formed by a lower tomb, a solid base and the sarcophagus itself with its cover.

#art #photography #museum #ancientrome #ancient cultures

[mostly-history]

Along the edge of Turkey's Kekova Island lie the submerged ruins of the buildings and walls of an ancient city.  Archaeologists believe that this city is a Lycian sea port from which maritime trade was conducted with other Lycian towns and with various parts of the Greek world.  Because of the threat of piracy, the port was probably heavily fortified and served both as a refuge in times of peril and as an early warning post of danger heading to the Lycian mainland. Along the mainland coastline, along from Kekova, are the chest-like sarcophagus tombs of an ancient necropolis, near the ruins of the ancient Lycian city of Teimiussa.  The bay of Teimiussa, surrounded by green hills, made an excellent harbour for Lycian ships.  Further down the coast are the ruins of ancient Simena, which lie below the crenellated ramparts of a ruined hilltop castle, held by the Romans and later by the Byzantine Empire.  Inside the castle is a a small rock-cut theatre, used during Roman times.  A lone Lycian sarcophagus stands in shallow water below the town. Over the centuries Lycia's strategically important location made it a tempting conquest for a succession of Mediterranean powers: Persia, Greece, the Macedonian Empire, the Byzantine Empire and finally the Ottoman (Turkish) Empire.  Lycia also suffered from natural disasters, such as a devastating earthquake that partially sank the sea port on Kekova Island.  Rebuilt and still flourishing during the Byzantine Empire, the port was abandoned by the end of the 8th century because of pirate attacks and Arab raids.  The Lycian coast was not cleared of piracy until the British Navy began patrolling the area during the 18th and 19th centuries.

The Atlas of Lost Cities: Legendary Cities Rediscovered

#history #classics #trade #lycia #teimiussa #simena #turkey #kekova

[catilinas]

woke up at a normal time but then fell asleep again and had very weird intense dreams until NOON... about uhhhh a lycian necropolis type thing up a cliff in an abandoned lighthouse/cinema/air bnb also georgia was there and everything had a very tight green and purple colour scheme. woke up to answer the door but was kinda like. out of it so the postman had to experience me half-awake and in pyjamas and a catullus jumper. went into the kitchen and my brother was eating a huge quantity of cake? and i was like are you??? having cake??? for lunch???? he said no of course not i’m having cake for breakfast,

#realise now that the only valid dresm explsnation is RESL ATTIS HOURS bcs holy SHIT #gotta reread that..... yeet #also possibly this is bcs i was reading about stone circles for a few hours the other day and slso thinking about lycia last night #dream tag #beeps #Things

[pinekmekci]

. . Kaleköy, is a village of the Demre district in the Antalya Province of Turkey, located between Kaş and Demre, on the Mediterranean coast. Kaleköy faces the island of Kekova, and can be reached by sea or on foot from Üçağız. The village lies amidst a Lycian necropolis, which is partially sunken underwater. . . #Kaş #Kekova #Kaleköy 💙 . . #naturephotography #beautifuldestinations #lonelyplanet #natureporn #naturalphotography #landscapephotography #instalandscapes #landscapeporn #agameoftones #nakedplanet #earth_portraits #earthcapture #greatnorthcollective #ourplanetdaily #eclectic_shotz #artofvisuals #theglobewanderer #earthpix #earthfocus #letsgosomewhere #earthofficial #nikonphotography #nikond750 (at Kaleköy) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1_zDOnAcvR/?igshid=1238z4g6uzig4

#kaş #kekova #kaleköy #naturephotography #beautifuldestinations #lonelyplanet #natureporn #naturalphotography #landscapephotography #instalandscapes #landscapeporn #agameoftones #nakedplanet #earth_portraits #earthcapture #greatnorthcollective #ourplanetdaily #eclectic_shotz #artofvisuals #theglobewanderer #earthpix #earthfocus #letsgosomewhere #earthofficial #nikonphotography #nikond750

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Find out what the best Ancient Cities in Turkey are

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Find out what the best Ancient Cities in Turkey are

Travellers’ Choice Awards. Find out what the best Ancient Cities in Turkey are as awarded by real travellers.

Ancient Cities in Turkey

Ancient Anatolian (Turkish) Cities, Ancient Cities in Anatolia, Ancient Cities in Turkey

Anatolia-the heartland of Modern Turkey is that region lying to the south of the Black Sea, to the east of the Aegean Sea, north of the eastern Mediterranean Sea and, inland, the Fertile Crescent, and west of the Caucasus-Azerbaijani districts. A very roughly hewn upland region for the most part, it has been both a home and a highway for a bewildering variety of peoples for as long as there have been humans.

This list (Ancient (Turkish) Cities) will give a brief overview of Anatolian chronology from the earliest times to the present. It does not pretend to be complete in any sense; Anatolia is a very large area, and though there have been times, like the present, when it has been completely unified, there have also been many times when fragmented local nations were the rule. In such instances, I have either listed the most significant among local conditions, or simply indicated a general period of local conditions. Even during times of union with large Empires, very often outlying districts were partially or completely autonomous; read Xenophon’s Persian Expedition for an insight into conditions obtaining in the Anatolian highlands of the Persian Empire, during the winter of 401/400 BCE.

Air View of Alacahoyuk ( Havadan Alacahöyük )

Alacahoyuk

Alacahoyuk; Situated in Alaca town in the city of Çorum, Alacahöyük predominantly shows the Hittite influence during the Bronze Age, although ruins belonging to four different cultural phases can also be seen.

Aphrodisias

Aphrodisias; With a history dating back to 5000 BC, the ancient city of Aphrodisias was established during the Greek and Roman times and is one of the most valuable settlements that have survived to the present day.

Asclepeion

Asclepeion Ancient City in Pergamon; An ancient medical center, the Asclepeion in Izmir province, is built nearby the springs that are believed to be curative.

Assos

Assos; Its history dating back to the 6th century BC, Assos is built on a dormant volcano of andesite rock, in the modern city of Canakkale.

Cappadocia – Historical Places

Cappadocia-Historical Places

Cappadocia-Historical Places; Cappadocia history and historical places of Cappadocia. Get facts, photos, and travel tips for Göreme National Park and the Rock Sites of Cappadocia, a World Heritage site in Turkey.

Çatalhöyük

Çatalhöyük; Founded 9 thousand years ago in the Cumra town of Konya, Çatalhöyük is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Ruins at Ephesus, Turkey

Ephesus

Situated in the town of Selcuk in Izmir province, Ephesus is one of the twelve cities of Ionia.

Halicarnassus

Halicarnassus; Named Halicarnassus in the ancient times and one of the most beautiful districts of Muğla province

Harput

Harput; Located within the province of Elazığ today, Harput has a history dating back to 2000 BC.

Kalamaki

Kalamaki; Kalamaki is situated in the town of Kas in Antalya province, also known as Kalkan, is impressive for its closeness to the ancient cities in the region and for its natural beauty.

Knidos

Knidos; Among the major settlements of the ancient times, Knidos is located at the edge of the Datça Peninsula which is a district of Muğla famous for its natural wonders.

Laodikea

Laodikea; The ancient city of Laodicea, in Denizli province, used to be one of the most well-known and important Anatolian city in the 1st century BC.

Letoon

Letoon; On the Fethiye-Kas highway, Letoon is originally founded in the name of Leto, mother to the Olympian divinities Apollo and Artemis.

Lotape

Lotape; Located in Antalya province among the Mediterranean cities with the warmest climate, the ancient city of Iotape was named after the wife of king Antiochus of Commagene.

Miletus

Miletus; Situated near to Soke, a town in Aydin province, Miletus earned its independence in the year 38 BC with the help of Roman emperors.

Myra Necropolis – Demre, Turkey

Myra

Myra; An ancient Lycian city, Myra is situated in the fertile lands of the town of Kale in Antalya.

Denizli Hierapolis Pamukkale

Pamukkale (Hierapolis)

Pamukkale (Hierapolis); Located close by the natural wonder of Pamukkale, the ancient city of Hierapolis was founded in 190 BC.

Patara

Patara; Located between Fethiye and Kalkan, the ancient city of Patara is known as the birth place of the Greek sun god Apollo.

Pergamon

Pergamon; is founded in the county of Bergama (Izmir), where the Aegean and Anatolia regions come together. P

Perge is very distinctive for its comprehensive visual perception compared to other archaeological cities amongst its contemporaries in the wider area.

Perge

Perge; Situated in the town of Aksu in Antalya province, Perge was founded during the Bronze Age.

Phaselis

Phaselis; Nestled amidst the lush green nature in Antalya province, the ancient city of Phaselis was founded in the 7th century BC. .

Priene

Priene; An ancient Ionian city, Priene is located within the borders of Aydin province.

Ruins of Ani

Ruins of Ani; The ancient citadel of Ruins of Ani is situated on the barren plains above the Arpaçay Valley which separates Turkey and Armenia.

The archaeological site of Sagalassos is located in SW-Turkey, near the present town of Aglasun (Location: Burdur)

Sagalassos

Sagalassos; Close to Aglasun, a town of Burdur province characterized by its natural beauties, Sagalassos is known to be the first of the Pisidian cities.

Sardis

Sardis; The capital of the kingdom of Lydia, Sardis is situated in the Salihli town of Manisa province.

Smyrna

Smyrna; is the ancient name of Izmir which is not only one of the earliest settlements but also one of the most beautiful cities of the Aegean Region.

Stratonikeia

Stratonikeia; The ancient city of Stratonikeia, situated near the town of Yatağan in Aydin province, was a member state of the Khrysaor Union and founded in the 3rd century BC.

Telmessos

Telmessos; Located close by Fethiye, Telmessos takes its name from the sun god Apollo’s son. P

Telmissos

Telmissos; Telmissos is on the Bodrum-Turgutreis road, three kilometres past Ortakent.

Termessos

Termessos; Built on a natural platform on top of the Mount Güllük (Solymos), Termessos is one of the best preserved ancient cities in Anatolia.

Ani, city of 1001 churches

The antique city of Ani

The antique city of Ani; in Kars province is another highly recommended ancient site worth the time to visit.

One of the richest cities of the ancient times and among the worldwide popular tourist attractions, Troy is located in the heart of nature in Çanakkale province. The ancient city of Troy was founded 5000 years ago and is now inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Troy

Troy; One of the richest cities of the ancient times and among the worldwide popular tourist attractions, Troy is located in the heart of nature in Çanakkale province.

Xanthos

Xanthos; Located around Fethiye, the ancient city of Xanthos once functioned as a capital of the Lycian League.

Zeugma After the Flood

Zeugma City

Zeugma City; Founded approximately in 300 BC by the generals under Alexander the Great, Zeugma is situated in the Nizip town of Gaziantep.

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Denizli Hierapolis Pamukkale

Zeugma After the Flood

One of the richest cities of the ancient times and among the worldwide popular tourist attractions, Troy is located in the heart of nature in Çanakkale province. The ancient city of Troy was founded 5000 years ago and is now inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Ani, city of 1001 churches

The archaeological site of Sagalassos is located in SW-Turkey, near the present town of Aglasun (Location: Burdur)

Perge is very distinctive for its comprehensive visual perception compared to other archaeological cities amongst its contemporaries in the wider area.

Myra Necropolis – Demre, Turkey

Ruins at Ephesus, Turkey

Cappadocia – Historical Places

Air View of Alacahoyuk ( Havadan Alacahöyük )

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[adrianrmarsh]

Inevitably the selfie picture- sorry 😐 The Gothic rock Tomb, from 350BCE is part of the monumental necropolis of Telemassos, a city-state of the Lycian Empire. (at Fethiye) https://www.instagram.com/adrianrmarsh/p/BxW5H49glki/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1msol0j3dm14b

[wasoncetaken-blog]

Kaleköy lies in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, namely Üçağız, 15km drive from Demre, Antalya. • This Lycian necropolis of Simena has been home to many civilizations including Byzantine Empire era outpost of the Knights of Rhodes (formerly St. John). • Although the ruined city was rebuilt by the Byzantine Empire, later on it was abandoned due to incursions of the Arabs. • The name Kekova derives from Turkish “Plain of thyme” is encompassed by the Island of Kekova, villages of Üçağız, Kaleköy and four ancient towns of Simena, Aperlae, Dolchiste and Teimioussa. Üçağız is founded upon Tiemussa and both Simenna and Teimioussa have large necropolises. • The region is accessible by both land and sea and is a very popular attraction among tourists. # ~~~~~ Camera of choice: Sony #A7M3 #A7III • SEL2470GM ~~~~~ Please follow me @was.once.taken © Mehmet Tekin All of the photos shared are my own. Feel free to re-share but please do so only with credit to this account. Thank you for your support. ~~~~~ #creativeoptic #earth_shotz #love_all_sky #loves_all_sky #leefilters #bigstopper #jaw_dropping_shots #thebest_capture #sonyalpha #createcommune #BeAlpha #sunset_vision #discoverearth #master_gallery #raw_longexposure #wasoncetaken #lightroom #landscape #landscapeporn #landschaft ~~~~~ #antalya #kekova #longexposure #longexposure_shots #wanderlustturkiye #raw_featured #archeology (at Simena Kekova) https://www.instagram.com/was.once.taken/p/BuLwMFQFhnw/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ls5npsfttnjc

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[classicalmonuments]

Tomb of Agathemeros

Termessos, Pisidia, Asia Minor (Turkey)

At the highest and most remote area of the extensive burial city, at a place, which offers a view of the Lycian mountain range, surrounded by old pine trees, lies the especially well preserved tomb of Agathemeros. It’s different than the other sarcophagi described; a single sarcophagus on a high substructure. The most outstanding example of its kind in the necropolis of Termessos. The sarcophagus is undamaged except for one hole in a wall; the lid has the shape of a steep roof with big Acroterria and sunken panels in the inclined area. The narrow sides of the box show shields, one of the long sides has a relief of fish holding the ends of a wreath in their mouthes. The coffin box is 1.40 meters wide and 2.50 meters long. It stands on a step, which is built on a quadratic substructure; its sides are 4 meters long. The substructure is 3.80 meters high and is constructed out of many steps and a pedestal with floor and roof cornices. Only one of the four walls of the pedestal is decorated. It is divided in three uneven panels. The left panels shows a dog head, the right one a boar head at the top an inscription.

Sources: 1, 2, 3

Huge thanks to deadlyfussel for translating the original text!

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