Ephesus Museum: This mesmerizing museum is situated right in the center of the city and is often the first stop for tourists. The museum displays some of the most invaluable artifacts from the city’s remarkable history, including the goddess Artemis’s magnificent statue. However, the most prominent feature of the Ephesus Museum is the Gladiator Room. This particular room exhibits the most notable discoveries from the gladiator cemetery, along with informational panels to expound on the life of an Ephesus gladiator.
Great Theater: The Great Theater is not only impressive because of its size, but also its excellent preservation over the centuries. The construction started during Claudius’ reign (AD 41-54) and concluded under Trajan (AD 98-117). The theater’s seats are divided into three by 22 tiers, broken down into sections by a dozen stairways. If you go to the top, you will be able to see the Old Harbor in what is a marvelous view.
Temple of Artemis: Once standing tall as one of the world’s seven wonders, the Artemis temple has been reduced to an isolated tower. The temple was constructed in the 6th century, elevated to an astounding height of 127 columns. Even though floods and fires did affect the temple over the centuries, it was twice restored to its initial glory. However, the Byzantine era finally spelled the end of this remarkable monument; the temple’s stones were used to construct other buildings, including Constantinople’s Hagia Sofia, where you can still see some of the temple’s marble slabs and columns.
With its history and versatility, it is no surprise that Ephesus is so popular among tourists around the world. To experience what makes the Turkish city so desirable, use the Tripety travel app and start planning the perfect holiday.
