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Mountain by Kusadasi Port

Visiting Ephesus on a Cruise Ship? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Ephesus is an ancient city located in Western Turkey. Originally an ancient Greek city, it thrived under Roman rule from the 1st century BC to the 3rd Century AD. 

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The remains of the Persecution Gate

Visiting Basilica of St. John & Castle of Ayasoluk at Ephesus in Selcuk, Turkey

The Basilica of St. John was built in the 6th century and stands on the presumed burial site of St. John, the Apostle. It is believed that St. John spent his last years in the region around Ephesus.

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House of Virgin Mary

Visiting the House of Virgin Mary at Ephesus in Selcuk, Turkey

The House of Virgin Mary is located on top of Mt. Koressos, overlooking Ephesus, in Selcuk Turkey. It is widely believed by Christians to be the final resting place of Mary, the mother of Jesus. 

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Ephesus archaeological site with mountains as the backdrop

Incredible Visit to Ephesus Archaeological site with Viking Cruise

On the 5th day of the 10-day Viking Greek Odyssey Cruise, I booked the complimentary shore excursion known as A Gentle Journey.

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Partial reliefs made of white marble depicting soldiers, civilians and oxes

Visiting Ephesus Museum in Selcuk, Turkey

The Ephesus Museum, located in Selcuk, Turkey, contains findings from the excavations at Ephesus Archaeological Site, Basilica of St. John, and the Temple of Artemis. 

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Ruins of the Temple of Artemis

Visiting Temple of Artemis at Ephesus in Selcuk, Turkey

The Temple of Artemis was an ancient Greek temple located in the city of Ephesus near present-day Selcuk, Turkey. Considered 1 of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

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