Selçuk, İzmir

Selçuk, located in İzmir Province, is a town layered with millennia of history. Home to the ancient city of Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Basilica of St. John, it offers a rich cultural and spiritual heritage. With Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman influences, Selçuk showcases remarkable architecture and preserved ruins. The nearby village of Şirince adds charm with its traditional houses and serene atmosphere.