Ruïne van het gymnasion en het stadion van Laodicea aan de Lycus before 1869

This black and white photograph, "Ruïne van het gymnasion en het stadion van Laodicea aan de Lycus," by A. Svoboda, depicts the ruins of a gymnasium and stadium in Laodicea, Turkey. The image, taken before 1869, captures a panoramic view of the ancient structures, showcasing the crumbling walls and scattered stones that remain. The photograph provides a glimpse into the grandeur of the past and the passage of time, while also documenting the importance of archaeological exploration and preservation. Laodicea, Lycus, ruins, photography, 19th-century.