Clearly, the Acropolis is the crown jewel of Athens, Greece. The ancient citadel of the city contains several buildings of architectural and historical importance. The Acropolis is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Terrace Houses are an extra attraction in the ancient city of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site located near the town of Selçuk, Turkey. They housed prominent citizens during the Roman period.
Ephesus (Ἔφεσος / Efes) was one of the most incredible cities in the ancient world. The ruins are a popular tourist attraction and a UNESCO World Heritage site located near the town of Selçuk, Turkey.
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 kilometers from Ephesus. The archaeological site also contains Ayasuluk Castle and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage listing for Ephesus.
Hierapolis (Ἱεράπολις) is an ancient city and UNESCO World Heritage site atop the travertine terraces of Pamukkale in Turkey. The closest town is Pamukkale.
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.
The Muradiye Complex (Muradiye Külliyesi) is a mosque complex in Bursa, Turkey. It’s located in the Muradiye district and included in the UNESCO World Heritage listing for Bursa.
The bazaars are my favorite thing about the historic city center of Bursa, Turkey. This network of vibrant open-air and covered bazaars along with historic caravanserais are the heartbeat of the city. The bazaars are included in the UNESCO World Heritage listing for Bursa.