Kusadasi, one of Turkey’s best holiday resorts, offers an excellent environment for an unforgettable vacation. It is famous because it is close to many important historical sites including Ephesus, Didyma, Priene, Miletos and more. Are you looking for sandy beaches with warm and clear waters and a peaceful atmosphere with a great variety of facilities? Then Kusadasi in Turkey might be the right choice for you. Go for windsurfing, practice water skiing, try sailing or play beach volleyball. In short these are just a few suggestions if you are a sport lover. On top of this, it is a pleasure to admire yachts and cruise ships in a panoramic sunset image in the company of friends or family.

Firstly, besides the beach, water sports and hiking, a holiday in Kusadasi can be a beautiful trip into history. Because it is fascinating for archaeologists, photographers, hikers and even families with children desiring adventure. Secondly, the history of the city, the ancient structures and the beauty of the landscapes surrounding them are some of the main attractions devoted to a holiday in Kusadasi Turkey. Make your stay as beautiful as you can. Walk through some of the historical sites of the city and its surroundings. Here there is something for everyone. So what are you waiting for? Get in touch with us soon. Spend your Kusadasi holidays in Turkey with us.

Cultural attractions in Kusadasi

Visit Caravanserai Castle an Ottoman castle near the Kusadasi port. See it built in semi-circular form for maritime trade. Today, the building stands right across the street from the main harbour. The municipality owns and use it for public events and concerts.

Don’t miss Ephesus probably the best preserved ancient city on the Mediterranean coast. Moreover, these ruins have a special value and significance amongst the many sites of archaeological interest in the world. This  is due to invaluable artistic, historical and cultural heritage and the inexhaustible beauty of the area.

The Pigeon Island is the symbol of Kusadasi. During seasonal migrations, has many birds, where also its name comes from. Firstly, before and during the Ottoman times, the island was used for military purposes because of its strategic location of safety and prevention of attacks from the sea. Secondly, the byzantine castle, built here was used as a defence against pirate attacks. Take your family or friends and walk on this small island.

See the Temple of Artemis that was destroyed at least seven times and rebuilt as many times. Today, the Temple of Artemis has a column and fragments of the structure. If you like history, this temple is worth a visit, because is the World’s Seventh Miracle. It is near the ancient city of Ephesus, in the Turkish city of Selkuc and is probably the most beautiful structure ever built.

Priene is a Greek fortress built on a mountain terrace at the foot of Mount Mycale. It is a two-storey building. On the lower floor there is a wide passage and on the upper floor there are six columns in a single row. Come here and see the Amphitheatre, the temple of Athena and Agora.

Religious attractions

The cave of the Seven Sleepers is known to both Christians and Islamists. The story of the Seven Martyrs in Ephesus begins in the time of Emperor Decius (250), who forced the Byzantine Empire population to gather in temples and worship idols. The seven brothers refused to obey and were built in a cave known as the Grotto of the Seven Sleep. According to the legend, they were found there two hundred years later, sleeping.

The House of the Virgin Mary is the place where, according to the beliefs of many people, Mary, the mother of Jesus spent her last years of her life. She supposedely arrived at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there until her Assumption (according to Catholic doctrine). So, if you are looking for some quite time and some spiritual refreshment, then this place might be perfect for you and your family.