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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 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.

Editorial responsibility: Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

Practical information
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

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Category

Historic monuments 15 Museums 2 Places of worship 2 Nature sites 0 Viewpoints 2 Food and drink 0 Markets and shopping 0 Entertainment 0 Nightlife 0 Family attractions 0 Art and culture 0 Activities 0

Typical visit duration

Up to 1 hour 2

Interests

History 0 Art 0 Museums 0 Nature 2 Sea and beach 0 Viewpoints 2
  1. Ayasuluk Hill Ayasuluk Hill
    01 20 min

    Ayasuluk Hill

    Ayasluğ

    Ayasuluk Hill is the historic high ground above Selçuk, where several of the town’s most important monuments occupy one archaeological setting. A visit brings together St.

    • Must see
    • Viewpoint
  2. Panayır Mountain
    02 20 min

    Panayır Mountain

    Panayırdağ

    Panayır Mountain is a 121-metre natural summit in Selçuk, İzmir, within the landscape around ancient Ephesus. It is a landform rather than a museum, enclosed attraction or constructed mountain park.

    • Notable
    • Viewpoint

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