District guide · İzmir

Selçuk

Selçuk is a district of İzmir in western Turkey situated near the ancient city of Ephesus, a major archaeological site. The Basilica of Saint John the Theologia...

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Selçuk is a district of İzmir in western Turkey situated near the ancient city of Ephesus, a major archaeological site. The Basilica of Saint John the Theologian, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis are among its significant historical attractions. The district's proximity to Ephesus and its abundant Seljuk and Classical ruins make it a major destination for those interested in ancient history.

Checked 2026-09-04

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Language spoken: Turkish; The official language of the Republic of Turkiye
Dialling code: +90; The international dialling code for Turkiye
Currency: Turkish lira (₺, TRY); The official currency; one lira is divided into 100 kurus
Emergency number: 112; One number for ambulance, fire and police
Plug type: European two-pin · 220 V; The national living guide records 220 V and European-style two-pin plugs
Tap water: Not recorded; No verified national source in the dataset