10 Best Places to Visit in Turkey - Travel Video
With cities steeped in history, amazing beaches, and a beautiful countryside, a visit to Turkey promises an enchanted vacation. Diverse offerings such as the ancient ruins of Ephesus to the luxury beach resorts along the Aegean Sea will enthrall and captivate even the most jaded traveler. Istanbul, once the capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, features prominently in most travel plans but there are many more great destinations. Here’s a look at the best places to visit in Turkey.
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In the western extremity of Turkey, where the Silk Road meets the Aegean, lies the western port of Anatolia, a cultural capital and a trade center that dates back 8,500 years... Herodotus claimed that It has the best climate and the most beautiful sky in the world. Victor Hugo called it A princess. This is İzmir.
In the 5th century BC, Darius the Great built the famous 2700 kilometer long Persian Royal Road to reach this city. The temple built in 356 BC for the goddess Artemis, became one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Saint John wrote one of the four gospels of Christianity in Ayasuluk Hill. In 135 AD, the son of Celsus, built a library consisting of over 12,000 scrolls, and named it for his father, a scholarly governor known for his passion for knowledge, science and arts. The most important healing center of the 4th century BC, named after the ancient god of medicine and healing, Asclepius, was built here in Pergamon. The fame of İzmir's thermals, hot water mud baths and mineral springs date back to 5th century BC. King Agamemnon used them to treat his wounded soldiers. Today, these thermal centers are popular destinations not only for those in search of better health, but for anyone who wants to be pampered.
Nature lovers flock to İzmir, which is home to the globally renowned Bird Paradise, a national park with striking biodiversity. The Gediz Delta is considered as one of the world's most remarkable natural areas, an open-air museum with breathtaking landscapes
With exquisite beaches and natural bays covering a coastal belt of more than 600 kilometers around Çeşme, Alaçatı and Foça, İzmir fascinates sailing enthusiasts as well as international cruise ships. Alaçatı has excellent atmospheric conditions attracting windsurfers from all over the world. Contained along these coasts are many Blue-Flag beaches, a testament to İzmir's commitment to protecting the natural environment.
The city is a major tourist destination hosting many international hotel chains. Developments are underway to increase İzmir's ability to accomodate tourists by more than eightfold in 2020. Situated between Europe, Asia and the Middle East, the Aegean region is equipped with a network of international-quality highways and the nation's largest railway network.
Expo 2020 İzmir Presentation Film 16 minutes)
EXPO 2020 İZMİR
Imagine a land surrounded by the ancient seas of the world... A peninsula straddling two continents in the East and West... A passage uniting North and South...
Motherland to 36 known civilizations including Hittites, Phrygians, Lydians, Trojans, Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans... A center of innovation since time immemorial... The first international treaty to be signed, the first coins to change hands, the first temple to be worshipped in, and the first hospital to cure a patient all originated in this region. Trade, through the silk and spice roads left its mark on this land.
It was a birthplace for Abraham, a sanctuary for early Christians and a home to Rumi, the Sufi mystic.
Turkey...
Born as a democratic, secular and constitutional republic under the leadership of Atatürk, modern Turkey was founded on values ahead of its time. Women gained the right to vote and to be elected to government in 1934, many years before it was a common practice in the West. In less than a century, Turkey has given rise to many influential artists, musicians, writers, poets, directors, scholars, scientists and athletes.
It has a young population of 74 million people, 60% of which are below the age of 35. The people of Turkey are well-educated and highly skilled, giving the country great prospects in terms of its future economic development. As of the first half of 2011, Turkey is the 16th largest economy in the world and 6th largest in Europe with a rapid development rate of 9%. According to UN's World Investment Report, Turkey is one of the top 15 destinations for foreign direct investment. OECD estimates that Turkey will be among the top 10 biggest economies in the world by 2020.
As a well-established and continuously growing industry, tourism plays a vital role in the economic development. The geography and history of the country create a wide spectrum of activities and experiences.
In the western extremity of Turkey, where the Silk Road meets the Aegean, lies the western port of Anatolia, a cultural capital and a trade center that dates back 8,500 years... Herodotus claimed that It has the best climate and the most beautiful sky in the world. Victor Hugo called it A princess. This is İzmir.
In the 5th century BC, Darius the Great built the famous 2700 kilometer long Persian Royal Road to reach this city. The temple built in 356 BC for the goddess Artemis, became one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Saint John wrote one of the four gospels of Christianity in Ayasuluk Hill. In 135 AD, the son of Celsus, built a library consisting of over 12,000 scrolls, and named it for his father, a scholarly governor known for his passion for knowledge, science and arts. The most important healing center of the 4th century BC, named after the ancient god of medicine and healing, Asclepius, was built here in Pergamon. The fame of İzmir's thermals, hot water mud baths and mineral springs date back to 5th century BC. King Agamemnon used them to treat his wounded soldiers. Today, these thermal centers are popular destinations not only for those in search of better health, but for anyone who wants to be pampered.
Nature lovers flock to İzmir, which is home to the globally renowned Bird Paradise, a national park with striking biodiversity. The Gediz Delta is considered as one of the world's most remarkable natural areas, an open-air museum with breathtaking landscapes
With exquisite beaches and natural bays covering a coastal belt of more than 600 kilometers around Çeşme, Alaçatı and Foça, İzmir fascinates sailing enthusiasts as well as international cruise ships. Alaçatı has excellent atmospheric conditions attracting windsurfers from all over the world. Contained along these coasts are many Blue-Flag beaches, a testament to İzmir's commitment to protecting the natural environment.
The city is a major tourist destination hosting many international hotel chains. Developments are underway to increase İzmir's ability to accomodate tourists by more than eightfold in 2020. Situated between Europe, Asia and the Middle East, the Aegean region is equipped with a network of international-quality highways and the nation's largest railway network.
IZMIR -- EXPO 2020 Candidate City
EXPO 2020 İZMİR
Imagine a land surrounded by the ancient seas of the world... A peninsula straddling two continents in the East and West... A passage uniting North and South...
Motherland to 36 known civilizations including Hittites, Phrygians, Lydians, Trojans, Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans... A center of innovation since time immemorial... The first international treaty to be signed, the first coins to change hands, the first temple to be worshipped in, and the first hospital to cure a patient all originated in this region. Trade, through the silk and spice roads left its mark on this land.
It was a birthplace for Abraham, a sanctuary for early Christians and a home to Rumi, the Sufi mystic.
Turkey...
Born as a democratic, secular and constitutional republic under the leadership of Atatürk, modern Turkey was founded on values ahead of its time. Women gained the right to vote and to be elected to government in 1934, many years before it was a common practice in the West. In less than a century, Turkey has given rise to many influential artists, musicians, writers, poets, directors, scholars, scientists and athletes.
It has a young population of 74 million people, 60% of which are below the age of 35. The people of Turkey are well-educated and highly skilled, giving the country great prospects in terms of its future economic development. As of the first half of 2011, Turkey is the 16th largest economy in the world and 6th largest in Europe with a rapid development rate of 9%. According to UN's World Investment Report, Turkey is one of the top 15 destinations for foreign direct investment. OECD estimates that Turkey will be among the top 10 biggest economies in the world by 2020.
As a well-established and continuously growing industry, tourism plays a vital role in the economic development. The geography and history of the country create a wide spectrum of activities and experiences.
In the western extremity of Turkey, where the Silk Road meets the Aegean, lies the western port of Anatolia, a cultural capital and a trade center that dates back 8,500 years... Herodotus claimed that It has the best climate and the most beautiful sky in the world. Victor Hugo called it A princess. This is İzmir.
In the 5th century BC, Darius the Great built the famous 2700 kilometer long Persian Royal Road to reach this city. The temple built in 356 BC for the goddess Artemis, became one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Saint John wrote one of the four gospels of Christianity in Ayasuluk Hill. In 135 AD, the son of Celsus, built a library consisting of over 12,000 scrolls, and named it for his father, a scholarly governor known for his passion for knowledge, science and arts. The most important healing center of the 4th century BC, named after the ancient god of medicine and healing, Asclepius, was built here in Pergamon. The fame of İzmir's thermals, hot water mud baths and mineral springs date back to 5th century BC. King Agamemnon used them to treat his wounded soldiers. Today, these thermal centers are popular destinations not only for those in search of better health, but for anyone who wants to be pampered.
Nature lovers flock to İzmir, which is home to the globally renowned Bird Paradise, a national park with striking biodiversity. The Gediz Delta is considered as one of the world's most remarkable natural areas, an open-air museum with breathtaking landscapes
With exquisite beaches and natural bays covering a coastal belt of more than 600 kilometers around Çeşme, Alaçatı and Foça, İzmir fascinates sailing enthusiasts as well as international cruise ships. Alaçatı has excellent atmospheric conditions attracting windsurfers from all over the world. Contained along these coasts are many Blue-Flag beaches, a testament to İzmir's commitment to protecting the natural environment.
The city is a major tourist destination hosting many international hotel chains. Developments are underway to increase İzmir's ability to accomodate tourists by more than eightfold in 2020. Situated between Europe, Asia and the Middle East, the Aegean region is equipped with a network of international-quality highways and the nation's largest railway network.
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Turkey is one of the few countries on earth than spans more than a continent. Turkey tour packages are really a pleasant surprise to the senses. The destination is loaded with all sorts of natural scenery, lakes, waterfalls, seas, mountains, rivers, forests and even thermal hot springs. Turkey tours offer a wealth of different kinds of attractions to travelers.
Tourism in Turkey has experienced rapid growth. Check out the video and know what all attractions you should cover on your Turkey holiday itinerary from ancient ruins to modern wonders. The destination assures surprising range of attractions promising to make your holiday unforgettable.
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Turkey is loaded with diverse landscapes which are a setting for its many great ruins. The country’s most magical scenery begins in Istanbul where Asia meets Europe which is famous for its historic sites like the blue mosque named Sultan Ahmed Mosque and Topkapi Palace. Don’t miss out on other attractions like the Galata Tower which is one of Istanbul’s tallest tower, the magical Capaddocia, The Grand Bazar’s famous shopping streets, Taksim Square, the cotton castle Pamukkale and more.
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Many would agree that the coastal region of the Aegean has some of the most stunning views in the country and, in the words of Heredotus, have the most beautiful sky and the best climate in the world. The bays peninsulas, and golden beaches stretchthe length of coastline and this region was also the venue of countless mythological events. There are remains of ancient cities including Troy, immortalised by Homer, and Pergamum, the art and cultural centre and capital of one of the most powerfulkingdoms at the time.
The provinces in the Aegean region are Afyon, Aydin, Denizli, Izmir, Kutahya, Manisa, Mugla and Usak.Situated in Edremit bay is Ayvalik, the meeting point of the sea, the theraputic springs of Akcay, and pine forests, which has been dubbed the olive-grove Riviera. To the south are countless resorts, then further south is Foca, famous for the heroicTurkish sailors who were based here. Sardis, the capital of the wealthy Lydian king Croesus, is a small detour inland.Located in a narrow bay, Izmir is a modern city and the third largest in Turkey, as well as the major part on the Aegean. It brims with life and is a busy commercial centre, with broad boulevards and modern architecture, combined with the traditionalred-tiled roofs of the old houses in the bazaar area. The peninsula of Çesme with its brilliant waters, superb beaches and thermal springs, lies to the west of Izmir.Among the most famous cities of the ancient world, Ephesus was one of the biggest during the Roman era. A treasury of all the riches of Ionian culture, Ephesus had a reputation for philosophy and critical thinking. The Temple of Artemis, one of theseven wonders of the ancient world, as well as countless statues, theatres, libraries, markets and smaller temples were all architectural symbols of the city's fame. Further to the south is the ancient city of Priene, built according to a geometricplan designed by the great architect of Milet, Hippodamos.
Milet was a great centre of commerce and thought in the ancient world, and was the venue of many significant developments, scientific and intellectual. The nearby Didim, though not one of theancient cities, is still famous for its magnificent temple dedicated to Apollo.On the Izmir-Antalya road, Aphrodisias (Geyre) was an important centre for culture and art famous for its training in sculpture. On the same road is the world-famous Pamukkale, with its calcium-rich thermal waters flowing out of the mountain whichhave, over centuries, created an extraordinary geographical phenomenon of white marble terraces. The ruins of the ancient city of Hierapolis lie behind this.The best known holiday resorts in this area are Bodrum, Marmaris, Datca, Koycegiz and Fethiye, and private boats can be chartered to explore the bays of the south Aegean, immortalised in the book Mavi Yolculuk (Blue Voayge). Bodrum (ancient Halikarnas)is the birthplace of the great historian Heredotus. The mausoleum of King Mausolos was considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Marmaris is a lively resort with a modern marina surrounded by lush mountains and crystal-clear waters,and further south is the bay of Oludeniz, famous for watersports and paragliding, and the coastal town of Fethiye.
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Begin this morning with a pleasant drive through the countryside to Selcuk town where you will see the remains of the Artemis (Diana) Temple which was once of the Seven wonders of the ancient world. From here view the Basilica of St John and the 11th century old Isabey Mosque.
Continue to Ephesus where you start your walking tour at the Magnesia Gate walking downhill through the city. Your guide will point out the sights bringing the history of Ephesus to life as you pause at the Odean, Upper Agora, Town Hall, Fountain of Trajan, Temple of Hadrian and Domitianus, Memmius Memorial and Roman Baths. Visit the Terrace Houses (optional) and continue to the extraordinary Library of Celsus. At the end of a marble street leading from the library gaze up at the impressive amphitheatre, built to seat 24,000 people. Here St Paul preached to Ephesians. You will also see the grand Harbour Boulevard, Gymnasium remains and the stadium.
After lunch break, visit town of Selcuk and the Archaeological Museum where relics discovered in Ephesus are maintained. View the famous statue of goddess Artmeis as well as sculptures from various eras. Frescoes and idols from the Terrace Houses are also displayed here. A short drive will return you to Kusadasi where you will have some free time to walk or shop in the maze of colours of Kusadasi town before returning to you ship which is just a short walk from the pier.
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Ephesus was an ancient Greek city, and later a major Roman city, on the west coast of Asia Minor, near present-day Selçuk, Izmir Province, Turkey. It was one of the twelve cities of the Ionian League during the Classical Greek era. In the Roman period, Ephesus had a population of more than 250,000 in the 1st century BC, which also made it one of the largest cities in the Mediterranean world.[2]
The city was famed for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Emperor Constantine I rebuilt much of the city and erected new public baths. Following the Edict of Thessalonica from emperor Theodosius I, the temple was destroyed in 401 AD by a mob led by St. John Chrysostom.[3] The town was partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Küçük Menderes).
Ephesus was one of the seven churches of Asia that are cited in the Book of Revelation.[4] The Gospel of John may have been written here.[5] The city was the site of several 5th century Christian Councils, see Council of Ephesus. It is also the site of a large gladiators' graveyard.
Today's archaeological site lies 3 kilometers southwest of the town of Selçuk, in the Selçuk district of İzmir Province, Turkey. The ruins of Ephesus are a favorite international and local tourist attraction, partly owing to their easy access from Adnan Menderes Airport and via the port of Kuşadası.
Efes Anadolu'nun batı kıyısında, bugünkü Selçuk ilçesinin 3 km uzağında bulunan, daha sonra önemli bir Roma kenti olan antik bir Yunan kentiydi. Klasik Yunan döneminde İyonya'nın oniki şehrinden biriydi. Kuruluşu Cilalı Taş Devri MÖ 6000 yıllarına dayanır.
On The Go Tours: Turkey 2011: Temple of Artemis
Huseyin took the Turkey Unplugged Tour Group to the site of the The Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of The Ancient World. It is situated at Ephesus (near the modern town of Selcuk, Turkey). Today only foundations and sculptural fragments of the latest of the the temples remain. Our guide also described the relevance of the site to John, the disciple, and Mary of Nazareth. Fascinating connection.
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Temple of Artemis Ephesus Turkey
The Temple of ARTEMIS in Turkey - private tour from Kuşadası Port , NOS ship (Oct. 10, 2013)
ARTEMIS was the Greek goddess, daughter of Zeus and Leto, the twin sister of Apollo. Believed to be born in Ephesus, she was the goddess of fertility and birth.
In Kuşadası Port of Call for our RCI Navigator of the Seas cruise ship, we had planned a private tour to Ephesus, using
ephesustravelguide.com
(POC: Denizhan Pekoz, tour guide).
We met right after the cruise ship docked, so by 8:00AM that Thursday morning (October 10, 2013) we were aboard the Volkswagen van and ready to go!
See the start of this private tour here:
Our FIRST STOP that morning was The Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
The Temple of Artemis or Artemision (Turkish: Artemis Tapınağı) - a Greek temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis - was located in Ephesus (near the modern town of Selçuk in present-day Turkey).
Seen here is the the site of the temple today -- at first sight, it does not appear to be much but if you close your eyes and listen to the tour guide Denizhan Pekoz, you can imagine a MARBLE temple once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (completely rebuilt three times before its eventual destruction in 401 AD).
Unfortunately, all that remains of the Wonder of the World is a SINGLE COLUMN and some rubble on the ground.
However, it is a spiritually important site.
You would see 3 different religions meeting in the same block: a pagan temple, a Christian church (Basilica of St. John) and a Muslim mosque (Isa Bey Mosque).
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From Kuşadası Port to the Temple of Artemis - start of private tour in Turkey, NOS ship (Oct. 2013)
In Kuşadası Port of Call for our RCI Navigator of the Seas cruise ship, we had planned a private tour to Ephesus, using
ephesustravelguide.com (POC: Denizhan Pekoz, tour guide).
We met right after the cruise ship docked, so by 8:00AM that Thursday morning (October 10, 2013) we were aboard the Volkswagen van and ready to go!
Total cost (at the time - October 2013):
$ USD 270.00 for 6 ppl;
$ USD 280.00 for 8 ppl;
$ USD 290.00 for 10 ppl
Payment was made in Euro or US Dollar - in cash - at the end of the tour.
It was a full-day tour and we were picked-up at the Kusadasi Port Passenger Terminal by 8am and dropped off at the same location later that day, before the All aboard time for this port of call (we made it back right in time, catching the cruise ship at 4:25PM!).
Our FIRST STOP that morning was The Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world -- seen here is our Meet & Greet by the Pier and the short drive to this historic place.
See next stop here: (Temple of Artemis)
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EXPO 2020 İzmir Presentation Film (9Min)
EXPO 2020 İZMİR
Imagine a land surrounded by the ancient seas of the world... A peninsula straddling two continents in the East and West... A passage uniting North and South...
Motherland to 36 known civilizations including Hittites, Phrygians, Lydians, Trojans, Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans... A center of innovation since time immemorial... The first international treaty to be signed, the first coins to change hands, the first temple to be worshipped in, and the first hospital to cure a patient all originated in this region. Trade, through the silk and spice roads left its mark on this land.
It was a birthplace for Abraham, a sanctuary for early Christians and a home to Rumi, the Sufi mystic.
Turkey...
Born as a democratic, secular and constitutional republic under the leadership of Atatürk, modern Turkey was founded on values ahead of its time. Women gained the right to vote and to be elected to government in 1934, many years before it was a common practice in the West. In less than a century, Turkey has given rise to many influential artists, musicians, writers, poets, directors, scholars, scientists and athletes.
It has a young population of 74 million people, 60% of which are below the age of 35. The people of Turkey are well-educated and highly skilled, giving the country great prospects in terms of its future economic development. As of the first half of 2011, Turkey is the 16th largest economy in the world and 6th largest in Europe with a rapid development rate of 9%. According to UN's World Investment Report, Turkey is one of the top 15 destinations for foreign direct investment. OECD estimates that Turkey will be among the top 10 biggest economies in the world by 2020.
As a well-established and continuously growing industry, tourism plays a vital role in the economic development. The geography and history of the country create a wide spectrum of activities and experiences.
In the western extremity of Turkey, where the Silk Road meets the Aegean, lies the western port of Anatolia, a cultural capital and a trade center that dates back 8,500 years... Herodotus claimed that It has the best climate and the most beautiful sky in the world. Victor Hugo called it A princess. This is İzmir.
In the 5th century BC, Darius the Great built the famous 2700 kilometer long Persian Royal Road to reach this city. The temple built in 356 BC for the goddess Artemis, became one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Saint John wrote one of the four gospels of Christianity in Ayasuluk Hill. In 135 AD, the son of Celsus, built a library consisting of over 12,000 scrolls, and named it for his father, a scholarly governor known for his passion for knowledge, science and arts. The most important healing center of the 4th century BC, named after the ancient god of medicine and healing, Asclepius, was built here in Pergamon. The fame of İzmir's thermals, hot water mud baths and mineral springs date back to 5th century BC. King Agamemnon used them to treat his wounded soldiers. Today, these thermal centers are popular destinations not only for those in search of better health, but for anyone who wants to be pampered.
Nature lovers flock to İzmir, which is home to the globally renowned Bird Paradise, a national park with striking biodiversity. The Gediz Delta is considered as one of the world's most remarkable natural areas, an open-air museum with breathtaking landscapes
With exquisite beaches and natural bays covering a coastal belt of more than 600 kilometers around Çeşme, Alaçatı and Foça, İzmir fascinates sailing enthusiasts as well as international cruise ships. Alaçatı has excellent atmospheric conditions attracting windsurfers from all over the world. Contained along these coasts are many Blue-Flag beaches, a testament to İzmir's commitment to protecting the natural environment.
The city is a major tourist destination hosting many international hotel chains. Developments are underway to increase İzmir's ability to accomodate tourists by more than eightfold in 2020. Situated between Europe, Asia and the Middle East, the Aegean region is equipped with a network of international-quality highways and the nation's largest railway network.
Tailor Made Ephesus Tours by Felicia Travel
The ancient city of Ephesus (Turkish: Efes), located near the Aegean Sea in modern day Turkey, was one of the great cities of Asia Minor and home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Today, the ruins of Ephesus are a major tourist attraction, especially for travelers on Mediterranean cruises. Ephesus is also a sacred site for Christians due to its association with several biblical figures, including St. Paul, St. John the Evangelist and the Virgin Mary.
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The ancient city of Ephesus (Turkish: Efes), located near the Aegean Sea in modern day Turkey, was one of the great cities of the Greeks in Asia Minor and home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Today, the ruins of Ephesus are a major tourist attraction, especially for travelers on Mediterranean cruises. Ephesus is also a sacred site for Christians due to its association with several biblical figures, including St. Paul, St. John the Evangelist and the Virgin Mary.
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Ephesus (English pronunciation: /ˈɛfəsəs/);[1] Ancient Greek Ἔφεσος, Ephesos; Turkish Efes) was an ancient Greek city, and later a major Roman city, on the west coast of Asia Minor, near present-day Selçuk, Izmir Province, Turkey. It was one of the twelve cities of the Ionian League during the Classical Greek era. In the Roman period, Ephesus had a population of more than 250,000 in the 1st century BC, which also made it one of the largest cities in the Mediterranean world.[2]
The city was famed for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Emperor Constantine I rebuilt much of the city and erected new public baths. Following the Edict of Thessalonica from emperor Theodosius I, the temple was destroyed in 401 AD by a mob led by St. John Chrysostom.[3] The town was partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Küçük Menderes).
Ephesus was one of the seven churches of Asia that are cited in the Book of Revelation.[4] The Gospel of John may have been written here.[5] The city was the site of several 5th century Christian Councils, see Council of Ephesus. It is also the site of a large gladiators' graveyard.
Today's archaeological site lies 3 kilometers southwest of the town of Selçuk, in the Selçuk district of İzmir Province, Turkey. The ruins of Ephesus are a favorite international and local tourist attraction, partly owing to their easy access from Adnan Menderes Airport and via the port of Kuşadası.
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Rode VideoMirco (great for wind noise):
13” MacBook Pro:
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Marco Paulo Travel is travel blog for those interested in seeing everything that the world has to offer on the CHEAP. Subscribe above and check out the website for videos that include tips on what to do in various destinations around the world. I'm currently on a 12 month backpacking trip through Latin America and would love to share what I'm seeing with you. Check out the vids for some inspiration! And please reach out if you have any questions or comments at paul@marcopaulotravel.com