# Afrodisias Museum reopening in Aydın

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/afrodisias-museum-reopening-in-aydn
> Updated: 2026-09-04T12:03:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The Afrodisias Museum, located within the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Afrodisias Ancient City in Aydın, has reopened to the public following renovation works. During an inspection of the facility, officials reviewed the preservation of historical artifacts, including the hall displaying Roman-period Sebasteion reliefs.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Aydos Museum opens at Aydos Castle in Istanbul

The Aydos Museum has opened at Aydos Castle in Istanbul, featuring Byzantine artifacts and historical exhibits from a 12-year restoration project. Admission is free.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aydos-museum-opens-at-aydos-castle-in-istanbul

### 2026-08-15: Afrodisias Museum reopens in Aydın after renovations

The Afrodisias Museum in Aydın, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has reopened following renovations, with Governor Osman Varol serving as its first visitor.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/afrodisias-museum-reopens-in-aydn-after-renovations

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