Sacred Sites & Places of Worship
This collection features significant religious landmarks in and around Selçuk, showcasing the region's multi-faith history. Highlights include the House of the Virgin Mary, a major Christian pilgrimage site, and the 14th-century İsa Bey Camii, an architectural transition between Seljuk and Ottoman styles. The list also includes the 19th-century St. John the Baptist Church in Şirince and several local mosques that serve the community, representing centuries of Anatolian spiritual heritage and architectural evolution.
A Virgin Mary's House;House of Virgin Mary
This house is believed to be the dwelling of Virgin Mary when she had lived in Ephesus.
B İsa Bey Camii
Built in 1374-1375 by the Aydinid dynasty, this mosque features an asymmetrical layout and a large courtyard. It represents an architectural transition between the Seljuk and Ottoman periods, incorporating marble blocks from nearby ancient Ephesus.
St John The Baptist Church
A 19th-century Greek Orthodox church located in the village of Şirince. It features a restored interior, a small cellar, and a courtyard with a fountain.
Hacı Kaçanlar Camii
Local Sunni mosque located in the Selçuk district.
Cami
Local mosque and place of worship.
F Şirince Mahallesi Camii
Local mosque serving the residents of the historic village of Şirince.
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