DT-1 Tour of Ephesus including Lunch
The House of Virgin Mary, Ephesus, Temple of Artemis, Ephesus Museum
EURO 60.00 per person
Departures on April 14 & 16 & 18 08:30-18:00
Today we visit Ancient Ephesus and environs. One of
the most interesting and extensive ancient cities in the world, established by
the Greeks, and successively occupied by Persians and Romans.
The art and architecture of emperors adorn the city in a state of remarkable
preservation. The Theatre, The Library of Celsus, The Temple of Hadrian,
Corinthian Temple, The Baths of Scholastica, The town brothel and many more will
feature throughout the day.
Our day will start with The House of Virgin Mary which is situated at Mt
Bulbul. It is believed that Virgin Mary came to Selcuk with Apostle John from
Jerusalem after Jesus was crucified and she spent her last days there until she
died at the age of 64.
In the afternoon we stop at the Temple of Artemis, protectress of Ephesus
which is dating back to 1300 BC and considered one of the Seven Wonders of the
World.
The day will end with a visit to Ephesus Archaeological Museum where you
will have the chance to see a statue of Artemis from Ephesus dating back to the
2nd century A.D.
Return to the hotel in the afternoon.
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