In time, Asclepion of Pergamum became one of the most famous ancient healing centers and the world’s first psychiatric hospitals.
Located in Bergama, a city in Aegean Turkey, known for its interesting archaeological ruins from the ancient Roman city of Pergamon this ancient place is still beautiful and well-worth a visit. Unlike today’s modern hospitals, people were more than eager to get to the Asclepion, which was a mixture between a sanctuary and a modern spa. It had facilities where the sick could relax and enjoy themselves such as a library and a small theater.
