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Library of Celsus

Ephesus, an ancient Greek city in present-day Turkey, was a major center of commerce and culture. Founded around the 10th century BCE, it flourished under Roman rule and became known for the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The Library of Celsus, built in 117 CE, was an architectural marvel and housed thousands of scrolls, serving as a symbol of learning and culture.

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