turkey 2023 - #127 Ephesus (Kusadasi)Turkey
Istanbul is a major city in Turkey that straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Its Old City reflects cultural influences of the many empires that once ruled here.
Two days in Istanbul & one day in Kusadasi...
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Look below for all the wonderful pictures and information of those beautIful places we visited in the country of Turkey... Ephesus, Turkey was very interesting!
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Here's some great shots of the city as we come into the port
Beautiful...
Beautiful view!
The long bridge...
Naval Vessel...
Here's a few tall figures along the way...
Hippodrome, Blue Mosque...
Mosque - proper attire...
The focus comes down to the intricate details of design in form of motifs and calligraphy.
Mosque - proper attire...
NO SHOES
LADIES COVER WITH SCARVES
What to bring
- Headscarf
Not allowed
- Shorts
- Short skirts
- Sleeveless shirts
- Ephesus (Kusadasi)Turkey to visit St. John's Basilica where his body was buried and enjoy the ruins left behind from the great St. John's Church - Ephesus, Turkey.
Sultan Ahmet Camii...
The focus comes down to the intricate details of design in form of motifs and calligraphy.
Mosque - proper attire...
Hippodrome Square and spot the distinctive tiles of the Blue Mosque.
The Blue Mosque was built between 1609 and 1616, by the architect Mehmet Ağa, instructed by Sultan Ahmed I.
It was designed as an imperial show of strength to complement the imposing Hagia Sophia Mosque, which faces it across Sultanahmet Square, Ephesus, Turkey.
The focus comes down to the intricate details of design in form of motifs and calligraphy.
The focus comes down to the intricate details of design in form of motifs and calligraphy.
The focus comes down to the intricate details of design in form of motifs and calligraphy.
Inside the interior domes, you can find 20,000 intricate blue tiles. These tiles give the mosque its name. They were shipped from Iznik (Nicaea), an ancient Roman town, about 100 miles (160 km) away in Ephesus (Kusadasi) Turkey.
Admission to the Blue Mosque is free.
The famous regal red carpet covers every inch of the space.
The focus comes down to the intricate details of design in form of motifs and calligraphy.
One of the most visited places in Istanbul is the Blue Mosque.
It is visible from afar, even from the Asian side of the city across the water.
The four massive pillars – the “Elephants feet” – are massive structures. They are 16 feet in diameter and support the domes above your head.
Ephesus (Kusadasi)Turkey
Ephesus, Turkey.
The famous regal red carpet covers every inch of the space.
The famous regal red carpet covers every inch of the space.
The famous regal red carpet covers every inch of the space.
Ephesus (Kusadasi)Turkey.
Ephesus, Turkey
The mosque is open for all other non Muslim visitors, however, non Muslims will not be allowed in during prayers time. It is worth going to see the red carpets, the old chandeliers and take few photos.
My scarf!
The famous regal red carpet covers every inch of the space.
The famous regal red carpet covers every inch of the space.
Many hundreds of wires support the light fixtures that dominate the interior. Many of these light bulbs are made of ostrich eggs, which help to deter spider webs in
Ephesus, Turkey.
Stunning Ancient Underground Water Reservoir...
Sunken Palace...
Huge underground Roman water source!
Huge underground Roman water source!
Basilica Cistern
Descend below the streets of Sultanahmet into this majestic underground reservoir which dates back to the 6th century.
The Basilica Cistern, one of Istanbul's most famous historical sites in Ephesus, Turkey.
Huge underground Roman water source!
Huge underground Roman water source!
Huge underground Roman water source!
Largest of several hundred ancient Byzantine cisterns built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I (527-565). Huge underground Roman water source held up with 336 marble columns covering 9,800 sq. meters located in Ephesus, Turkey.
Roman built cistern...
Huge underground Roman water source!
Roman built cistern...
This spacious Roman built cistern shows off impressive Roman engineering was commissioned by Emperor Justinian, largest surviving Byzantine cistern in Istanbul and has been backdrop for many movies over time here in Ephesus, Turkey.
Two Medusa heads...
Two Medusa heads...
Roman built cistern...
The two Medusa heads, two great examples of the Roman era architecture, takes a lot of attention. Both work as the bases for two of the 336 columns located on the northwest side of the cistern. They are thought to have been brought to be used as supports for the columns at the time of construction of the cistern in Ephesus, Turkey.
Medusa Head!
Two Medusa heads...
Medusa Head!
Medusa Head Underground in Water Cistern Istanbul were quite unusual in Ephesus, Turkey!
xyzAsia...
Two Medusa heads...
Medusa Head!
One of the surreal artworks within the waterways.
She casts a shadow here in the cistern of
Ephesus, Turkey!
Galataport Istanbul...
Galataport is more than just a cruise port!
Galataport is more than just a cruise port!
The port brings together all fields of life, from tourism to culture, dining, shopping and entertainment.
Ephesus (Kusadasi)Turkey
Ephesus, Turkey
Celebrity Beyond...
Galataport is more than just a cruise port!
Galataport to become a world-class cruise port and one of the top cruise destinations in the industry.
Ephesus (Kusadasi)Turkey
Ephesus, Turkey
Our afternoon tour boat, on the mighty Bosphorus Strait, half in Asia and the other half in Europe.
Cruise aboard a tour boat with a guide to see Istanbul from the water. While comfortably seated on the boat, float past Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, and many other waterside attractions. Enjoy a drink of sharbat, a cold, sweet concoction made of flower petals, cookies and other snacks aboard a tour boat in Ephesus, Turkey.
So much to take in...
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque...
The best-known decorative elements of the interior are the mosaics, which consist of placing many different small tiles to form figures and artistic motifs. Hagia Sophia's mosaics mostly portray the imperial families, images of Christ, and the Virgin Mary.
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque...
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque...
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque...
Hagia Sophia, officially the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, formerly a Christian church, is a mosque and a major cultural and historical site in Istanbul, Turkey.
Ephesus (Kusadasi)Turkey
Ephesus, Turkey
Beautiful Fountains...
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque...
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque...
Friendly, knowledgeable and well spoken guide gave a thorough and insightful tour. We learned a lot in one day about the history, culture, religions, food, politics, and even soccer teams of Istanbul. Great tour. Ephesus, Turkey
Hagia Sophia, located in Istanbul, Turkey
See the details on the beautiful ceiling...
Turquoise carpets were laid on the entire marble floor of the former Greek Orthodox Church.
See the details on the beautiful ceiling...
It served as a center of religious, political, and artistic life for the Byzantine world and has provided us with many useful scholarly insights into the period.
It was also an important site of Muslim worship after Sultan Mehmed II conquered Constantinople in 1453 and designated the structure a mosque. Ephesus, Turkey
Hagia Sophia's mosaics...
Turquoise carpets were laid on the entire marble floor of the former Greek Orthodox Church.
See the details on the beautiful ceiling...
The best-known decorative elements of the interior are the mosaics, which consist of placing many different small tiles to form figures and artistic motifs. Hagia Sophia's mosaics mostly portray the imperial families, images of Christ, and the Virgin Mary.
Turquoise carpets were laid on the entire marble floor of the former Greek Orthodox Church.
Turquoise carpets were laid on the entire marble floor of the former Greek Orthodox Church.
Hagia Sophia was outfitted in turquoise carpeting, fibers pointing toward Mecca. Ephesus, Turkey
These angels, called Seraphim, are mentioned in Christian references as the keeper of heaven and the protector of God's throne. Seraphim means ‘’the burning ones’’ because of their closeness to the throne of God. The angels have 6 wings; 2 covering the feet, 2 covering the face and 2 outstretched, ready to fly. Ephesus, Turkey
I think everyone must see the Hagia Sophiia museum it was amazing!!!
Ephesus, Turkey
The hexapterygon (six-winged angel) on the north-east pendentive (upper left), whose face was discovered and recovered by the Fossati brothers, uncovered in 2009
Ephesus, Turkey.
Grand Bazaar...
One of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world.
Often regarded as one of the first shopping malls of the world.
One of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world.
Finished our tour in the vibrant Grand Bazaar, browsing bright displays of handicrafts, carpets, and souvenirs
with 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops. Ephesus, Turkey
Inside the Grand Bazaar!
Often regarded as one of the first shopping malls of the world.
One of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world.
The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, on a total area of 30,700 m², attracting between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily. Ephesus, Turkey
Often regarded as one of the first shopping malls of the world.
Often regarded as one of the first shopping malls of the world.
Here's great example of beautiful vases.
One of our highlights was shopping in the Grand Bazaar.
Ephesus, Turkey
Spice Market...
Lots of everything...
A huge sampling of the dozens of different spices available.
Ephesus, Turkey
Lots of logs...
Lots of everything...
Lots of everything...
Originally a center for the spice trade between Europe and the East, the Spice Bazaar has evolved over time to offer a wider variety of goods. The bazaar is a significant cultural attraction, where locals and tourists alike can explore the rich history and culinary traditions of the region.
Ephesus, Turkey
Lots of everything...
Lots of everything...
Lots of everything...
Today, visitors can find not only spices, but also dried fruits, nuts, oils, traditional sweets, and herbal teas.
Ephesus, Turkey
welcome to kusadasi
Port: EPHESUS (KUSADASI), TURKEY
Kuşadası is a town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast
A major cruise ship destination...
A jumping-off point for visiting the classical ruins at nearby Ephesus (or Efes), it’s also a major cruise ship destination. Its seafront promenade, marina, and harbor are lined with hotels and restaurants. Just offshore on Pigeon Island is a walled Byzantine castle that once guarded the town, connected to the mainland via causeway.
Ephesus, Turkey
The port of Kusadasi...
Ephesus is a destination that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and spirituality.
Ephesus (Kusadasi) Turkey
Here's a little peek...
Here's a little peek...
Ephesus, Turkey is the single major reason why the city of Kusadasi is a famous tourist destination. The ruins of the second largest Roman City of Ephesus are located just outside Kusadasi, they are amongst the best preserved ancient Greco-Roman remains found in the world.
Ephesus (Kusadasi)Turkey
Many cruise ships...
Here's two of them...
Here's a little peek...
Here's two of them...
Here's two of them...
Here's two of them...
Ephesus Archeological Site...
Ephesus was a prosperous, rich Roman city with a busy port and a brisk pilgrimage trade.
Ephesus was a prosperous, rich Roman city with a busy port and a brisk pilgrimage trade.
Ephesus was a prosperous, rich Roman city with a busy port and a brisk pilgrimage trade.
Ephesus was a prosperous, rich Roman city with a busy port and a brisk pilgrimage trade.
Ephesus was a prosperous, rich Roman city with a busy port and a brisk pilgrimage trade.
Built into the slope of Panayır Dağı, this is the Roman reconstruction (41-117 AD) of the earlier theater built by Lysimachus. Though huge, with 25,000 seats, its ingenious engineering gives it excellent acoustics. It's still used for performances and special events.
Ephesus, Turkey
In 2015, the ruins were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ephesus was a prosperous, rich Roman city with a busy port and a brisk pilgrimage trade.
In 2015, the ruins were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Today, the ruins of Ephesus are a favorite international and local tourist attraction, being accessible from Adnan Menderes Airport and from the resort town Kuşadası.
Ephesus (Kusadasi)Turkey
Ephesus, Turkey
Odeon
Library of Celsus
In 2015, the ruins were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ephesus's city council met in this fine small theater-like council space. Opposite the Odeon are other badly-ruined structures, including the Prytaneum (city hall) and Temple of Hestia Boulaea. On the other side of some badly-ruined baths is the Magnesia (upper, southern) Gate into the Ephesus Archeological Site.
Ephesus, Turkey
Curetes Way
Library of Celsus
Library of Celsus
A lot of steps down the hill, very uneven surface and so much to take in!
Ephesus, Turkey
Library of Celsus
Library of Celsus
Library of Celsus
A technological wonder, with double walls to keep out the damp and moderate the extremes of temperature, it is also perhaps the most beautiful building at Ephesus, finely restored. To the right is the Gate of Augustus, a monumental arch leading to the Commercial Agora.
Ephesus, Turkey
Şirince Artemis Restaurant and Winehouse...
Part of our tour...
Good place, nice food, amazing view on the valley. A little to crowded but very nice. Take your time and relax, you will enjoy it.
Ephesus, Turkey
Beautiful entry way!
Nice lunch served outdoors!
great little pub and restaurant for a stop off of wine and tea tasting. You could then buy some bottles of wine if you liked them.
Ephesus, Turkey
He's quite the Greeter!
He's quite the Greeter!
Photo of lunch...
He's quite the Greeter!
Another place to eat!
Food was good but too much, so I fed the cats who were used to the scraps!
Ephesus, Turkey
Another place to eat!
He's quite the Greeter!
Another place to eat!
We walked around the little town and enjoyed some shopping in their shops.
Ephesus, Turkey
A little ride on the tractor!
A beautiful antique chair!
A lot of cute things to see...
Jesus on the Cross
Strongest man in the World!
Here kitty, kitty
Strongest man in the World!
Strongest man in the World!
Strongest man in the World!
Strongest man in the World!
Strongest man in the World!
Sakkara Gallery & Jewelry Store...
Nice huge display!
Beautiful Turkish Rugs...
Beautiful Turkish Rugs...
Sakkara Gallery established at 1998 by Selim EREN, well known by his hand woven carpet expertise of 52 years. Our store stocks 5000 items of hand woven oriental Carpets/Rugs/Kilims where many possible sizes available to your choice.
Ephesus, Turkey
Beautiful Turkish Rugs...
Beautiful Turkish Rugs...
Beautiful Turkish Rugs...
Throughout the years Sakkara experts travel certain Hand Woven Rugs/Carpet/Kilim production destinations around TURKİYE to select the best available choices for the clients who visits their store.
Ephesus, Turkey
Our Master of Ceremonies!
Beautiful Turkish Rugs...
Our Master of Ceremonies!
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Ephesus, Turkey
AUTHENTIC TURKISH RUGS
Our Master of Ceremonies!
Vintage The Last Supper Tapestry 19 x 39"
Ephesus, Turkey.
He shared the big news!
I was impressed with his appearance!
Ephesus, Turkey
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Ephesus, Turkey
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Istanbul is a major city in Turkey that straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait.
A great tour of the City of Istanbul
Hippodrome, Blue Mosque
Stunning Ancient Underground Water Cistern
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Grand Bazaar - Shopping!!!
Boat tour of the Bosphorus Strait - Visit to Asia
Ephesus, Turkey
We covered a lot of territory in A 2-day stay #127
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TURKEY 2023 #127 ISTANBUL & KUSADASI
TWO DAYS IN ISTANBUL & ONE DAY IN KUSADASI. A great tour of the City of Istanbul
Hippodrome, Blue Mosque. Stunning Ancient Underground Water Cistern, Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Boat tour of the Bosphorus Strait - Visit to Asia, & Grand Bazaar - Shopping! Ephesus, Turkey offered a glorious tour and we can share it with