Most people pass through the town of Selçuk, Turkey, to visit Ephesus. If you stick around long enough, there are a few minor attractions to explore outside the…
The Basilica of St. John (St. Jean Bazilikası) was a massive Byzantine church that’s now in ruins. It’s located in the town of Selçuk, Turkey, just a few…
Pamukkale is a small town at the base of its namesake travertine terraces and ancient city of Hierapolis. It makes a great base for that and a few…
Laodicea on the Lycus (Λαοδίκεια πρὸς τοῦ Λύκου / Laodicea ad Lycum) was an ancient city in Anatolia. It sits near the modern city of Denizli and not too far…
Şirince is a quaint little town a short drive east of Selçuk. Although it’s become quite touristy, it still maintains an air of authenticity.
Cumalıkızık is a small village about 10 kilometers east of the city center of Bursa. It’s a charming place that’s included in the city’s UNESCO World Heritage listing.
