The Ancient City of Troy: Where Myth Meets History

#favouriteitinerary Troy, the legendary city immortalized by Homer in the Iliad, stands in the northwest of modern-day Turkey, near the Dardanelles. For centuries, it was believed to be a place of myth, but archaeological discoveries have revealed layers of a real, ancient city with a complex and fascinating history. As you walk through the ruins of Troy, you can see the remnants of ancient walls that once protected the city, some dating back over 4,000 years. The site reveals multiple layers of settlement, each telling a different chapter of Troy’s story—from the Bronze Age to Roman times. One of the most striking features is the massive defensive walls, thought to be part of the fortress that once stood at the heart of the city. Near these walls is the famous reconstruction of the Wooden Horse, symbolizing the legendary trick used by the Greeks to enter and conquer the city. Visitors can explore the ruins of ancient homes, city gates, and altars, imagining life in a place that was both a center of trade and the setting of one of the most famous epics in literature. Standing here, you can’t help but think of heroes like Achilles and Hector, and wonder where fact ends and myth begins.