Kusadasi Town
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Friday Market
Friday market is set up every Friday, opposite the main minibus station in the city centre.
Villagers from and around Kusadasi bring their fresh crops of fruits and vegetables to sell at the market. It is also possible to find textile, shoe and cosmetics as well as home equipment.
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Davutlar
Davutlar, a small quite town, populated 6000 in the winter and rising up to 35000 in the summer, is situated 15km south of Kusadasi, on the way to National Park. The center of the town is a bit farther from the sea, but fine powdery sand of the beaches situated around, provide a good opportunity for relaxing. The sparkling clear waters of the beaches also attract many visitors of Davutlar.
Davutlar is covered in the contrasting greens of pines and olive trees around Mount Samsun that provides a good accommodation for rarely found trees aged 300 or 350 years, and historical places , as well. The town is famous for its fragrant fruits&vegetables grown on the fertile lands. Peach, tangerine, tomato and watermelon are the principle supporters of the town's agricultural economy. Also the hot springs and thermal bath, with their pleasurable and beneficial effects, attract many visitors.
Davutlar is ideal not only for lively days by the sea and nature, also for leisurely days with local people who reflect the warmly climate of Mediterranean on their characters with hospitality. Providing many splendid vistas and offering a peaceful atmosphere, Davutlar await to be explored by the visitors.
How to Go?... Davutlar is 15km away from Kusadasi and can be reached by "Kusadasi-Davutlar" minibuses from the minibus station in the Centrum or the central bus station in every 30 minutes.
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Natur-Med
Thermal Springs and Health Resort
 Natur-Med is the first health centre in Turkey that applies Matrix Rhythm Therapy, Ozone Therapy and Colon Hydrotherapy under the supervision of a professional medical team. They offer Rejuvenation, Anti-Aging, Weight Loss and Pain Relief programs all in a scenic and natural environment.
Set in native forest covered mountains with spectacular views, Natur-Med has everything to offer the inquisitive visitor in search of the ultimate in thermal bathing. This celebrated region of Turkey has an exceptionally mild climate rich in oxygen with negligible humidity.
Our thermal springs - in addition to the clear mountain air, which in itself counts as "nature's medicine" - can offer excellent health, fitness and beauty facilities, which are second to none. Natur-Med is amidst pine, olive and tangerine trees, and the sun shines generously throughout all seasons. The centre has marvellous indoor and outdoor thermal pools, an outdoor swimming pool, a pool for children, Infrared Medical Saunas and a Turkish Bath (Hamam). All these features constitute the crucial elements for climatotherapy.
 
Set in a natural environment surrounded by the sea and thermal waters. Natur-Med is a new and distinguished health resort.
Along with delicious low-fat gourmet cuisine, Natur-Med guests enjoy Yoga, guided Nature excursions, beauty and wellness treatments in a sunny, mild climate. Medical consultations and an unusually rich palette of state-of-the-art alternative therapies ensure maximum well being, stress- and pain relief.
They offer you a well-balanced combination of beauty treatments and hydrotherapy treatments. The hydrotherapy treatments will firm up your body, whilst the beauty treatments will return the radiance to your face as they hydrate and rectify your skin. This package is as much for men as it is for women wanting to regain their figure and beauty.
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Selcuk
The 18 km of road from Kusadasi to Selcuk passes through spectacular beach and mountain scenery. The pretty town Selcuk is famous for being a fascinating mixture of all historical periods. The strategic location of Selcuk has proved to be a popular place to settle down during the centuries. The name ‘Selcuk’ comes from the Turkish tribes settled in the region by the 12th century.
Selcuk well known for its closeness to the ancient Ephesus, Virgin Mary’s House and Seljukian works of art.
Besides the historical richness around the area, Selcuk is well worth seeing with places of superb natural beauty surrounding the town. The village “Sirince” is the one that attracts all kinds of visitors with its spectacular view from the mountains in the 8km east of Selcuk. The beach of “Pamucak” is also of interest, 9km away from the town. A very nice jogging road covered by the old raspberry trees just in the entrance of Selcuk, also makes an impressive setting and an ideal location for relaxation.
Selcuk is rich and famous with lively festivals scattered almost in every season. The Ephesus International Festival, held in May; The Camel Wrestling Festival, performed in the third weekend of January lasting one day, attract both participants and visitors. Also the Rite ceremonies at the House of Virgin Mary are held every year on the 15th of August from 10:00 in the morning
SIGHT-SEEINGS
1) The Basilica of Saint John:
The church is constructed in the burial place of Saint John the Divine. The original mausoleum was changed into a marvellous Basilica during the reign of Justinianus 1. (527-565AD) The church was destroyed by some serious earthquakes, so some artefacts of the church are still hidden and some parts of the criss-cross planned construction has been repaired carefully.
The monograms Justinianus 1 and his wife Theodora are on some columns. ”The Gate of Persecution” is the entrance of the Basilica. It takes its name from a relief displaying Achilles dragging the dead body of Hector.
The Basilica is located in the centre of Selcuk.
2) Isa Bey Mosque
Isa Bey Mosque is one of the most delicate examples of Seljukian architecture, situated below the Basilica of Saint John. It was constructed between the years of 1374 and 1375. An inscription from the God decorates the doorway.
The mosque is built by the master builder Ali, son of Mushimish al-Damishki. Crown-like doors from Seljukian architectural style, combine with the decoration elements of Ottoman style. The influential details including the plant motifs and the beautiful marble workmanship with the variety of mosaics create the marvellous atmosphere of Isa Bey Mosque. Some parts of the mosque were repaired in 1934.
Isa Bey Mosque is situated in the centre of Selcuk.
3) The Citidal of Ayasoluk
It was built in the Byzantine period and expanded by the Seljukians. The citadel has 15 towers approximately in the length of 1.5 km and surrounded by the stone ramparts. The citadel also includes the remains of a Byzantine church, a small mosque and several water cisterns.
The Citidal of Ayasoluk is situated in the centre of the town.
4) The Selcuk Archeological Museum
Housing some very important artefacts from around the region, Archaeological Museum offers a glimpse of the areas rich history. The two statues of Artemis, a tableau of Odysseus blinding the Cyclops, erotic statues from Ephesus brothels and exquisite statue of a boy riding a dolphin are the most admired pieces in the Selcuk Archaeological Museum.
The museum is in the entrance of the town on Kusadasi road.
5) Turkish Bath Museum
Dating back to 16th century, it reveals Turkish life at the hamam and exemplifies the best of Seljukian architecture. The museum is located at the backside of the courtyard of The Selcuk Archaeological Museum.
6) Ephesus
Once the commercial centre of the ancient world, Ephesus is a must see in your any trip to Turkey. The extensive remaining reveals the city’s former importance and attracts throngs of visitors every year. Also the Cave of Seven Sleepers, where legendary seven young men had slept for about two hundred years, is located in the area of Ephesus.
Ephesus is situated 3km away from Selcuk and can be reached easily by Kusadasi and Pamucak minibuses almost in every 5 minutes.
7) The Temple of Artemis
It is one of the highlights of ancient sites in Turkey, that is once considered as one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. The main part of the temple is displaying in the British Museum of London today, but only the foundation part and some columns are enough to prove its former magnificence.
The Temple of Artemis is situated 1 km away from Selcuk and can be reached by Kusadasi or Pamucak minibuses, also by an enjoying walk through the jogging road |
Selcuk Castle
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Sirince
 This pretty old Orthodox village, 12 km away from Ephesus and 30 km from Kusadasi, was once Cirkince ("ugly"). Indeed its habitants gave this name on purpose as they did not want to be bothered by foreigners or to share the beauty of their village.
Still after years, visitors understood that the village was not ugly at all and called it Sirince ("pretty"). As the village is located on the top of a mountain, anyone will enjoy the impressive wine yards' and peach trees' views on his way. Today the village is a perfect synthesis of Turk-Greek culture as of the 1920's: after the Independence War, people exchange between Greek and Turks has occurred and all those typical Greek houses, though they kept their original outside characteristics, have received the local layout inside. The most beautiful specimens are open to visitors. And even in the courtyard of one of them, one will discover a nicely restored Orthodox church.
All the narrow streets of the village belong to the women, selling handcrafts of all kinds and olive oil. Another attraction of Sirince is its wine: you can sample it in small cafés or in the former municipal school, which has been beautifully restored.
Though Sirince is developing its tourism very quickly, it has been able to preserve its authenticity and the meaning of its name.
Sirince is about 30km away from Kusadasi. Selcuk minibuses departure from the minibus station inside Kusadasi, in every 30 minutes. After reaching to Selcuk, you can take a minibus to Sirince. We can also arrange a tour for you if required, which will take you there direct.
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