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Selcuk
Selçuk is the modern gateway to Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the Mediterranean, and its own hilltop is crowned by the ruins of the Basilica of St. John and a Byzantine citadel overlooking storks nesting on a Roman aqueduct. Beyond the ruins, this small Aegean town anchors a cluster of major pilgrimage and archaeological sites, including the House of the Virgin Mary and the Ephesus Archaeological Museum.
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Frequently asked questions about Selcuk
How do I get to Selcuk?
Most travellers arrive via İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB), taking the İZBAN commuter rail line south with a change at Tepeköy onto the Selçuk branch, or a direct regional TCDD train, with the journey taking roughly ~1 hour by direct train; Selçuk's own train station also has regional services to İzmir, Aydın, and Denizli, and intercity buses connect to the wider Aegean coast.
How many days should I spend in Selcuk?
Plan on ~1-2 days to cover Ephesus itself along with the House of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. John, and the town's museum and old quarter.
What is Selcuk known for?
Selçuk is the modern gateway to Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the Mediterranean, and its own hilltop is crowned by the ruins of the Basilica of St. John and a Byzantine citadel overlooking storks nesting on a Roman aqueduct. Beyond the ruins, this small Aegean town anchors a cluster of major pilgrimage and archaeological sites, including the House of the Virgin Mary and the Ephesus Archaeological Museum.