Midas Monument
The Midas Monument, also known as the Written Rock, is the most magnificent example of Phrygian rock facades. It is located on the northeastern foot of the plateau of the city of Midas, on a rock mass protruding forward. It was first studied and sketched by W. M. Leake and his colleagues in 1800. This drawing by G. Koehler, despite its many errors and deficiencies, has a special place as it is the first drawing that gives an idea about the general appearance of the Phrygian facades. In 1834, Ch. Texier examined the monument and made an engraving of it. This is the first and only engraving that reflects the monument in its original and full splendor.
