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Izmir/Ephesus, Turkey 4/23/2007
 
Theatre at the enterance of Ephesus around 100ad
 
Wild poppies
 
Baptismal of St John at the House of the Virgin Mary
 
Cat shading in Ephesus
 
Cat at the house of the Virgin Mary
 
Colanade in Ephesus
 
The Temple of Hadrian
 
Theatre in Ephesus
 
Wild poppies are everywhere - so beautiful!
 
Temple of Hadrian
 
First doctor of Ephesus
 
Celcius Library 135 AD
 
Hadrian's temple
 
Mosaics along Ephesus
 
Ancient shops, with mosaic walks
 
Colonade and large theatre
 
Pathway to the harbor where Cleopatra and Mark Anthony would meet
 
Closeup of Hadrian's temple
 
House of the Virgin Mary
 
Mary's house. A small alter and humble items inside
 
Possibly some of first confessionals w/baptimsal - St John
 
Priest outside of the House of the Virgin Mary
 
Shops in Izmir, Turkey
 
Priest at the house of the Virgin Mary
 
I loved the Celcus Library - amazing
 
The crowds at Ephesus
 
Reconstructed Celcus Library with statues
 
Closeup of statue at Celcus Library
 
Shops in Izmir, outside of Ephesus
 
J.J. the Camel
 
Statue of the Virgin Mary outside of her house in Izmir, TUrkey

 In Izmir, Turkey we chose a tour through the ship called Ancient Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary.  This was an amazing tour, and we couldn't have asked for better weather!

Our tour started with about an hour bus ride to the House of the Virgin Mary.  This is where it is said that St. John took Mary after the crucifixion of Christ to keep her safe.  It is not known where she died or is buried, but this holy site is amazing place to visit.

After this brief tour, we drove to Ephesus, a short distance away.

Ephesus is one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world.  And we can see why!  It was like walking through an outdoor museum.  The highlights are the Celsus Library (135 AD), The Temple of Hadrian, and the Roman Theatre.

 
One of the few Nike monuments still in existance. The swoosh from the wings provide Nike athletics its famous logo.
 
Touring Ephesus with a few of our friends!
 
Our wonderful tour guide
COMMENTS
Roberta said at 3:22 p.m. on Jul 3, 2007:
Great pictures!
I lived in Izmir for my last 2 years of high school and our graduation ceremony was in the grand amphitheater of Ephesus. It's nice to see how much they have excavated, and how much stayed the same.
Looks like you didn't get to explore Izmir too much aside from the souvenir shops. It's a fabulous city.
Thanks for taking me back to 1987!
roberta
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