Today, the ruins of Ephesus are a favourite international and local tourist attraction, being accessible from Adnan Menderes Airport and from the resort town Kuşadası. In 2015, the ruins were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Mar 22, 2025 · Ephesus, the most important Greek city in Ionian Asia Minor, the ruins of which lie near the modern village of Selƈuk in western Turkey. In Roman times it was situated on the northern slopes of the hills Coressus and Pion and south of the Cayster (Küçükmenderes) River, the silt from which has since

Ephesus boasts of impressive ruins that were constructed during the reigns of Augustus (r. 27 BC - 14 AD) and his successor Tiberius (r.14-37 AD). Notably, the town-hall (the Prytaneion), a hippodrome stadium, and new aqueduct lines were built during this time.

Excavations have revealed grand monuments of the Roman Imperial period including the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre. Little remains of the famous Temple of Artemis, one of the “Seven Wonders of the World,” which drew pilgrims from all around the Mediterranean.

Sep 9, 2024 · Considered among the most well-preserved Greek ruins in Turkiye and situated within easy reach of the Aegean Sea, where countless cruise ships dock each day, Ephesus draws visitors with visions of the towering facade of the Library of Celsus, the most stunning building in the city.

Feb 2, 2018 · Ephesus was an ancient port city whose well-preserved ruins are in modern-day Turkey. The city was once considered the most important Greek city and the most important trading center in the...

Jul 23, 2022 · Once the capital of Eastern Roman Empire, Ephesus is home to the ruins of an ancient metropolis and the Temple of Artemis (an ancient world wonder) which make it one of the best UNESCO World Heritage Sites to visit in Turkey.

May 17, 2021 · Ephesus, or ‘Efes’, was a vibrant classical city which now borders modern day Selçuk in Turkey. It represents some of the best preserved Greek and Roman ruins in the Mediterranean. Today, visitors can enjoy exploring the numerous ruins alongside enjoying the museum which houses many artefacts discovered at the site.

Dec 3, 2022 · Ephesus was a prosperous, rich Roman city with a busy port and a brisk pilgrimage trade to the Temple of Artemis. Here are the important things you'll see: Built into the slope of Panayır Dağı, this is the Roman reconstruction (41-117 …

Ephesus ancient city is Turkey's greatest ruins. Located in Selcuk, see the terrace houses, temples, Celsus library, theatre and more