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IZMIR -SELCUK (EPHESUS ) INFORMATION & HOTELS -
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Izmir is
Turkey's third largest city and second most important port. Turkey's Aegean shores are among the loveliest landscapes in the country. The magnificent coastline, lapped by the clear water of the Aegean Sea, abounds in vast and pristine beaches surrounded by olive groves, rocky crags and pine woods. A city of palm-lined promenades, avenues and green parks set in sweeping curves along a circular bay, Izmir has an exceptionally mild climate and many fine hotels, bespeckled with idyllic fishing harbors, popular holiday villages, and the remains of ancient civilizations. |
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original city was established in the third millenium B.C., and at that
time shared with Troy the most advanced culture in Western Anatolia. By
1500 B.C. it had fallen under the influence of Central Anatolia's Hittite
Empire. In the first millenium B.C., Izmir, then known as Smyrna, ranked
as one of the important cities of the Ionian Federation; during this
period -- one of the city's most brilliant -- it is believed that Homer
lived here. The Lydian conquest of the city, around 600 B.C., brought this period to an end, and Izmir remained little more than a village throughout the Lydian and the subsequent 6th century B.C. Persian rule. In the fourth century B.C. a new city was built at the instigation of Alexander the Great on the slopes of Mount Pagos Kadifekale. Izmir's Roman period, from the first century B.C., gave birth to its second great era. Byzantine rule followed in the fourth century and lasted until the Seljuk conquest of the 11th century. In 1415, under Sultan Mehmet Celebi, Izmir became part of the Ottoman Empire. |
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The most important archaeological and historical
city in Turkey, Efes and surrounding areas are a home to a variety of what are
considered very important archeological stratas. Seljuk is close to Efes and is
crowned with a Byzantine citadel and the basilica of St. John. Next to the
basilica is the Seljuk Isa Bey Mosque. The Seven Sleepers
' Cave is another historical place near
Efes. The archaeological museum is significant with its striking collection of
items gathered from the excavations in
Ephesus.
Every May there is an International
Festival in Efes. Ephesus proudly houses one
of the seven ancient wonders of the world; the Temple of Artemis. 
The city is
dedicated to her and has many fascinating buildings.The precise date of the
city's foundation is not known but
legend said that the first Efes was founded by Women Warriors of the Amazon in
the 14th century BC and later inhabited by lonians in the 11th century BC after the first settlement of the Anatolian's natives, the Lelegians. In a short
time the city became very important. After 133 BC it became a Roman province and
during the reign of Augustus it became the trade center of Asia.On Bulbuldagi
(Mt. Nightingale) one can find the small house built for the Virgin Mary (9 kms
from Seljuk) when St. John brought her to Ephesus after Christ's death. She
spent her last days in that house. Today it is a place of Pilgrimage for
Christians and also visited by Muslims, and is officially sanctioned by the
Vatican.Every year on August the 15th, a commemoration ceremony is held there.
With all the civilizations that have passed through Ephesus, the remains take
one or two days to visit fully.
Highly recomended Selcuk (Ephesus) Hotels;
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KALEHAN HOTEL |
Kale Han Hotel is situated in the center of Selcuk just below the sixth century castle and only 3 Km. from the world famous archeological site of Ephesus. The House of Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. John, the Isabey Mosque, the Artemision Temple and a remarkable archeological Museum are also nearby. |
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EGE
PALAS HOTEL IZMIR |
Izmir Ege Palas Hotel ; 116 total rooms, 235 total beds, 1 king suite, 2 junior suites, 5 connected rooms, 2 disabled rooms, 8 non-smoking rooms, 113 standard rooms, 8 business rooms. Sea, city views are available.. |
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HILTON
HOTEL IZMIR |
Enjoy views over Izmir Bay from the Hilton Izmir hotel, close to the Old Town. Relax in the Jacuzzi and sauna or work out in the indoor heated pool or fitness center. Do business in one of 18 meeting rooms or the Executive Lounge. |
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PRINCESS
HOTEL IZMIR |
300 Rooms, 600 Beds, 288 Standard Rooms, 2 King Suites, 10 Suites,Near City Center,, On the SPAFree Shuttle Service Konak12 km, Adnan Menderes Airport 9 km, |
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CLUB EPHESUS PRINCESS
HOTEL |
On the Beach, İzmir Airport 75 km, 355 Rooms, 1200 Beds, 95 Standard Rooms, 82 Club Rooms, 126 Family Rooms, 52 Junior Suites, |
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Grand
ONTUR HOTEL IZMIR |
Situated on top a marvelous cliff in Dalyan, just 4 km from the heart of fun-filled downtown Cesme, the deluxe Grand Hotel Ontur, offers seclusion without isolation and a breathtaking panoramic view of the blue Aegaen Sea. |
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Balcova
Thermal HOTEL IZMIR |
Balcova Thermal Thermal Resort is near the city center of Izmir also on the spa. Balcova is situated to the west of the Aegean port of Izmir. |
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Best
Western KONAK HOTEL IZMIR |
The Best Western Hotel Konak is a distinguished hotel overlooking a magnificent view of Izmir Bay. We are happy to invite you to a city that has been the seat of ancient Aegean civilizations. At the Best Western Hotel Konak you can feel the privilege of living in the typical comfort of Turkish hospitality. |
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CENKA HOTEL |
This is a three star hotel located in the residential part of the town of Selçuk, an ideal base to visit the ruins of Ephesus. Cenka Hotel is a modern building with 54 rooms and 108 beds capacity. All rooms have private bathrooms & showers, direct dial telephone, air-conditioning and music broadcast. |
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HITIT HOTEL |
Each of the very comfor-table 96 rooms,198 beds,6 suites. All rooms with private bathroom,direct dial telephone,3 channels of music and fast room service, TV satalite sistem,air conditioning, hair-dryer, carpet, own minibar,balcony,safe box at reception. |
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YUMUKOGLU
HOTEL |
Hotel Yumukoglu is located in the city centre, and just a 20-km drive from the airport. With 79 rooms, it fulfills all your expectations of a city hotel. All rooms are furnished with a TV, minibar and air-conditioning. more.. |
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AKSAN
HOTEL |
Hotel Aksan provides 87 rooms and 12 suites including 184 beds. All rooms are equipped with bathroom, telephone, music, TV, air- conditioning , mini-bar and hair dryer. Rooms are heated by central heating. more.. |
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ARTEMIS
Guest House HOTEL |
IS BREAKFAST INCLUDED IN THE RATE ? For Standard Rooms: Breakfast is NOT included in the rate: you decide about breakfast each day.For Deluxe Rooms: Breakfast is included in the rate.Is there a choice of breakfast ? |
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