Selçuk

Provincie · Izmir, 🇹🇷 Turkije

Oppervlakte 352 km²

Tijdzone Europe/Istanbul

Officiële website www.selcuk.gov.tr

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Selçuk's Unmissable Ancient Wonders

Selçuk is the primary gateway to Ephesus, one of the most significant archaeological sites in the Mediterranean. This collection features the Library of Celsus and the 25,000-seat Great Theatre, alongside the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Beyond Roman ruins, the area includes the 14th-century Anatolian architecture of İsa Bey Mosque and the House of the Virgin Mary, a major site for Christian pilgrimage.

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Ephesus Ancient Ruins

Ephesus, a premier UNESCO World Heritage site in Turkey, represents one of the most complete Roman urban landscapes in the Mediterranean. This collection highlights the city's architectural peak, featuring the monumental Library of Celsus and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Visitors can explore the 25,000-seat Great Theatre, the intricate mosaics of the Terrace Houses, and the administrative State Agora. The site also preserves significant early Christian landmarks like the Church of Mary and extensive Hellenistic fortifications including the Wall of Lysimachus.

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Museums and Heritage Sites

Selçuk's archaeological and cultural history is showcased through diverse collections, from the world-renowned Ephesus Archaeological Museum, which houses statues and artifacts from the ancient city, to the Çamlık Railway Museum, one of Europe's largest collections of steam locomotives. The list also includes the House of the Virgin Mary, a significant Christian pilgrimage site, and local heritage museums like Taş Mektep, situated in a historic 19th-century school building in the village of Şirince.

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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.

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Legends and Historical Sites

This collection features significant archaeological and religious landmarks around Selçuk and Ephesus. It includes the House of the Virgin Mary, a major Christian pilgrimage site, and the legendary Cave of the Seven Sleepers. Architectural highlights range from the massive Great Theatre of Ephesus, capable of holding 25,000 people, to the hilltop fortifications of Ayasolouk and the Byzantine-era Keçi Kalesi, which provided strategic defense for the ancient region.

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