Ephesus

Ephesus which was established as a port, was used to be the most important commercial centre. It played a great role in the ancient times with its strategic location. Ephesus is located on a very fertile valley.

Ephesus, once, the trade centre of the ancient world, a religious centre of the early Christianity and today, Ephesus is an important tourism centre in Turkey.

The ancient city Ephesus is located in Selcuk, a small town 30km away from Kusadasi.

Ephesus in the UNESCO World Heritage List

JUST RENOVATED
Ephesus museum was closed for renovation of the building. It is re-opened in 8th of December 2014 after the renovation and redesigning work was completed. Read More

Ephesus
House of Virgin Mary
Ephesus

House of Virgin Mary
Information, history, pictures and more
It is the place where Mary may have spent her last days
Basilica of St John
Temple of Artemis
Basilica of St John
Temple of Artemis
It is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus
The temple of Artemis is known as one of the Seven Wonders of the Antic world!