Pick up from Izmir port to visit the ancient historical sightseeing of Ephesus city. Ancient Ephesus was a great trading city and a centre for the cult of Cybele, the Anatolian fertility goddess. Under the influence of the Ionians, Cybele became Artemis, the virgin goddess of the hunt and the moon, and a fabulous temple was built in her honour. anda will visit the temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Emperor Constantine I rebuilt much of the city and erected new public baths. Visit the Basilica of St. John, who came here with the Virgin Mary and wrote his Gospel. Continue to House of Virgin Mary one of the most important ancient cities of Asia Minor, and St. John’s Basilica and finally anda will handicraft center to have a presentation about authentic Turkish arts. Return back to your cruise in Izmir port.

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