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The ancient city of Ephesus is located in the Aegean region alongside the coast of Lonia. Full of historical sites and ruins of temples and monuments from the Neolithic Age, Ephesus is home to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, i.e. Temple of Artemis. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ephesus also houses the Gospel of John, one of the seven churches in Asia mentioned in the Book of Revelation.

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The Archaeological Museum in Ephesus displays archaeological findings from the ancient city of Ephesus, a UNESCO world heritage site. It houses statues of goddesses Artemis, Aphrodite, Socrates, Marcus Aurelius, and other Roman emperors. Some of the oldest coins and utensils in history are also part of the exhibit. Visitors can view a dynamic 3D videography of ancient Ephesus.

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Pigeon island is a small island and home to the historical site of Kusadasi Castle. It is within walking distance of the bay of Kusadasi and is connected to the mainland via a causeway. The 13th-century Byzantine Fortress engulfs the entire island. Visit the castle or one of the small beaches on the island. To get to the island, take a 15-minute walk across the causeway lined with ships or ride a minibus.

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Ladies Beach is a picturesque beach in Kusadasi with the highest footfall in the city. It is located in Kadinlar Denizi, roughly two km from the Kusadasi. A promenade walkway surrounds the beach, full of bustling cafes, restaurants, and hotels. Visitors can relax by the shore on rentable sunbeds and umbrellas. The beach is famous for its soft sand, clear waters, and water sports. Ladies Beach derives its name from an earlier policy of restricted access only for ladies.

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Kusadasi Long Beach is a 6km long beach and a popular alternative to the crowded Ladies beach. It is located on the outskirts of the city within a 15-minute driving distance. The beach is famous for its wide variety of water sports, such as Banana Boat, jet skiing, parasailing, and more. It offers all the basic facilities, such as showers, toilets, and portable loungers.

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Sirince is a historical wine village located in the hills, almost 9 km from the city of Selcuk. It is famous for its ancient churches and houses with red-tiled roofs. The picturesque village, with its old-world charm, has a history of locally produced fresh fruit wine. Tourists can take a boat trip, minibus or a 30 minute drive from Kusadasi to reach the village.

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The ancient city of Kusadasi has a scenic coastline and is one of Turkey's most popular ship ports. Take a full-day boat trip from the city harbour to Samos island or the ancient city of Ephesus and enjoy the exquisite crystal-clear blue waters of the Aegean sea. The boat trips offer several stops at various bays, beaches, and swimming points. Snorkelling, swimming, and water sports are amongst the most popular water activities during the boat trip.

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Priene is one of the most ancient cities in Turkey. It is located on a hillside 35 km from Kusadasi and 10 km north of the Menderes river. Tourists can explore the traces of the once glorious and well-structured ancient city. The temple of Goddess Athena is Priene’s most prized historical site. Priene is also home to a Byzantine-period church built in the 5th century.

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Visiting Hammams is one of the most popular activities in Kusadasi and all Turkish regions. Hammams are traditional Turkish baths in Ottoman-style bathhouses, mostly made of marble. These bathhouses feature multiple hot and cold chambers. Maximum Hammam and Spa, City Hamam, Davutlar Hamam, and Mensis Spa are some of the most popular Hammams in Kusadasi.

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The Kusadasi Castle is a former Byzantine fortress with watchtowers, built to protect the city. It is located on the famous Pigeon Island across the bay of Kusadasi. The castle comprises a beautiful garden, a museum, several beaches, and a cafe serving Turkish delicacies. The museum exhibits models of historical ships and an enormous 47.5-foot-tall skeleton of a finback whale.

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Located on the vast coastline of the Aegean sea, Kusadasi is famous for its wide variety of water sports. Indulge in leisurely water activities such as sailing, swimming, riding banana boats., water skiing, speed boating, wakeboarding, and more on its beaches. Ladies Beach, Kusadasi Long Beach, and Downtown Beach are some of the beaches popular for watersports in Kusadasi.

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The House of the Virgin Mary is a famous religious destination located in the city of Kusadasi, Turkey. It is believed to be where the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her final years. The house is situated on top of a mountain and offers stunning views of the surrounding area. A guided tour is available.

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Camlik Museum of Steam Locomotives, popularly known as Camlin Train Museum, is the largest railway museum in Turkey. It is located in Selcuk, 10 miles from the port of Kusadasi, and is a few minutes ride from Ephesus.The Museum houses over 30 Turkish steam engines, some of which were used during the first world war. The original engine shed is still preserved and open.

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Adaland is one of Turkey’s best water parks, close to Southern Kusadasi's coastline. The adventure park has a wide variety of watersports and activities for every age group. The waterpark is full of themed and adventurous water slides. Surfing, rain dancing, rafting, and a wave pool are some of the water sports offered here.

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The Isa Bey Mosque, built by and named after Emir Isa Bey, is one of the most famous Byzantine mosques. It is located in Selcuk on the foothills of St John’s Church. The ancient church, built in 1375, has two entrances, a prayer hall, and a rectangular courtyard.

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The Tortuga Pirate Island Theme & Water Park is a first-of-its-kind outdoor waterpark in Kusadasi based on the theme of the famous pirate island of Tortuga. It is located within the Atlantique Holiday Club. A floating obstacle course inspired by the TV show Wipeout is the highlight of the adventure park.

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Pamucak Beach is one of Kusadasi’s more secluded sandy beaches. It is located 5 km from Ephesus's ancient city on the Buyuk Menderes river delta, which leads to the Aegean Sea. The arch-shaped beach offers horseback rides and quad biking. Visitors can enjoy swimming, relax under umbrellas, or stay at one of the beach's many sea-facing resorts and hotel complexes. The Aqua fantasy water park is also nearby.

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The famous temple of Artemis, also known as the Artemisium, is one of the seven wonders and the largest temple of the ancient world. It is a few minutes from Kusadasi and is located on a hilltop within the Hellenistic city of Ephesus, modern-day Turkey. All that remains of the majestic temple is a column and a few scattered blocks. Several statues of the goddess and amazon warriors were in the temple, some of which are displayed in the Ephesus Archaeological museum.

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Selcuk is a small town in Kusadasi that houses some of the most ancient Roman and Byzantine sites in the world. It is located on the Ayasuluk hill within the Izmir Province of Kusadasi, Turkey. It is home to the ancient Greek city of Ephesus. The Temple of Artemis, Library of Celsus, Basilica of St John, and two Greek amphitheatres are some of the oldest sites in this ancient city.

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Kirazli is a small picturesque village surrounded by valleys, mountains, and pine forests. The traditional village is located 10 km from the city of Kusadasi. It is known for its fruitful and green lands filled with trees of cherry, plum, apricot, olives, grapes, and more.

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It is a modern metropolitan with a developed and busy city centre surrounded by a large bay. Located on the coast of the Aegean sea, Izmir is known for its beaches and watersports and is a popular day trip from Kusadasi.

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Pamukkale is very famous for its travertines (hot water springs) which is a magical site with turquoise pools and snow-white cliffs. It is one of the most photogenic places in the world. There are 17 hot springs in the area, known are known for their healing properties.