Ephesus city was founded as a port on the edge of the river Cayster. Here you will see the ruins of a theatre, library and a gymnasium and is very historical and a great attraction. It used to be a trade center of the ancient world then it turmed into a religious center of Christianity and now it’s a unique tourism center. The story is that Virgin Mary went with St. John the Evangelist to Ephesus when the end of her life was near. The House of Virgin Mary which is located on top of Bulbul mountain in a Roman architectural style had a church added onto it during the 4th century and was restored in 1940. There are only two rooms that tourists are allowed to look in. The place has been declared by Pope John-Paul II a pilgrimage place for Christians, but also Muslims can visit it. Artemis was the Greek goddess.The ancient temple was constructed around 650 BC to the cult of Artemis. The temple was funded from the King of Lydia’s wealth and marshy ground was selected for the building site as a precaution against future earthquakes. The temple attracted merchants, kings, and sightseers, many of which donated jewelery and other treasures to Artemis and her temple. Your Tours Turkey guide will meet you at Bodrum port. The Tours Turkey representative will provide you with a complimentary Ephesus map. This full day tour gives you an adventure and a chance to explore an ancient city that is nearly completely intact. You will be picked up from your hotel /cruise ship.This is a Full day tour and will take about 8 hours, after we will drive you back to your hotel/cruise ship.