Ancient City Of Ephesus

Ancient City Of Ephesus is one of the most famous and exciting places in Izmir. The ancient city of Ephesus, a historic capital, is located about 70 kilometers from the city center of Izmir. The old town is located 19 kilometers from Kusadasi. The ancient city of Ephesus is integrated with Izmir and even with the Aegean region. Therefore, tourists who come to the area have information about Ephesus. Most tourists can visit Izmir only to see Ephesus.

History Of The Ancient City Of Ephesus

Ephesus ancient city, founded in 6000 BC, has been home to various civilizations throughout history is among the historical cities. Ephesus is known to have been founded by female warriors called the Amazon. No clear information regarding these periods is available. However, people are known to have lived in the area for an extended period. Ephesus, While known as a small settlement, has developed over the centuries and has become a large city and gained importance. According to archaeological studies, life in the region continued until the 2000s BC. It is known that Greeks came to the area in the 100s BC. The ancient city of Ephesus contains the inspiration of three different civilizations: Roman, Greek, and Turkish. Within the ancient city of Ephesus, which is an enormous structure, it is possible to find libraries, temples, long roads, and various structures that provide accommodation. Ephesus lived its heyday during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. It was the capital of the province of Asia during the time of the Roman Emperor Augustus, and by the time the population had increased to about 200,000 people. What makes Ephesus important is its strategic position. It is a famous port city that acts as a gateway between East and West. Being a renowned port city enabled Ephesus to become an important commercial center.