- Information
- Traveler Advice
- Forums
48HourVisit.com
Planning a short visit? Check out 48HourVisit.com, your online guide for short stays and weekend getaways. Ad
Ephesus Travel Guide
Through time, Ephesus has been linked with several famous personalities throughout history, including St. Paul of Tarsus, who was tried at the ancient Great Theater of Ephesus, as well as Greek philosopher Heraclitus, Byzantine bard Manuel Philes, and famous Greek sculptor Agasias.
As an ancient Greco-Roman city on the west coast of Turkey, Ephesus is made famous by its Roman and Grecian ruins such as the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. There are also the Terraced Houses or the Temple of Hadrian, the Roman Library of Celsus, the Fountain of Trajan, the Gates of Hercules and Augustus, and the Gymnasium of Vedius.
Apart from its reputation as an illustrious town housing the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, Ephesus has also earned a lot of "publicity" in the Bible as the location of one of the first seven churches of Asia. The city was also referred to as the city of "Seven Sleepers" in the Book of Revelation, as the site of a gladiator's graveyard, and as the sole spot where the Gospel of Saint John was said to have been written.
The grandiosity of Ephesus, however, dwindled when the Temple of Artemis was destroyed and robbed by a gang led by St. John Chrysostom. The city also experienced decline when it was smashed by an earthquake and was subjected to erosion by the Cayster River.
Today, the ruins at Ephesus are considered as cultural and historical havens that may transport tourists back in time when belief in Greek and Roman gods rule among the people. Visitors may stroll down the grand marble street of Curetes Way, and along the way have a glimpse of the hand mosaics at Curetes. The road then leads to the Arcadian Way, then to a harbor where the Great Theater of Ephesus is located.
User blogs:
Cheaper galactic spaceliner unveiled
News from http://news.ph.msn.com/top-stories/article.aspx?cp-documentid=3737940 Richard Branson unveiled Monday a commercial spaceliner offering tourists a cheaper chance to experience the thrill of weightlessness and view the splendor of the Earth from space. The British billionaire hopes to offer tickets aboard his spacecraft at a cost of 200,000 dollars each, giving adventurous ... Read full Blog post
Indonesia Eco Tourism
Tour Itenaray Day 01 BALI - LABUAN BAJO – RINCA ISLAND – KOMODO ISLAND (L.D) Pick up from your hotel in Bali and transfer to the airport, for flight to Labuan Bajo (West Flores) for approximately one and half hours. On arrival in Labuan Bajo airport, will be welcomed and met with our local representative or tour guide. Than transfer to the harbour to catch a boat cross to Rinca ... Read full Blog post
San Gimignano and San Pellegrino
Night falls on the flourishing and industrious San Gimignano, its 72 towers stand on the low roofs of the houses lit by the moon. This is not a luxury travel spot but is something you don't see every day. In the distance the clatter of hooves echoed tired in the Via Francigena. The hand of the blacksmith stops beating, the frame of the weaver becomes silent, the streets of the tank only a concert ... Read full Blog post
An Aerial fiesta in Clark Pampanga
Its a party in the sky as multi colored hot air balloons piloted ny different pilots from various partso of the world participated in this annual gathering. As early as 5am, the 2,500 hectare aviation complex at Clar Economic Zone in Pampanga was already crammedi with excitement. Clusters of hot air balloon participants busily prepare their own balloons for liftoff as they need to take advantage of ... Read full Blog post
In our Magazine
Summer Destination to Avoid: Gulf of Mexico
EPA is failing to do their job monitoring the air and reporting factual data. The people need to be made aware that their lives and long term livelihood are at stake because of the air quality in Gulf of Mexico.
How to Avoid Traveling Troubles
Traveling to a certain destination might not become memorable if there are too many troubles along the way. Remember that even the best trips are usually not trouble-free. Follow these tips that help lessen the hassles.
Unique Toys from Japan
Japan is known for its fascinating, and sometimes, eccentric culture. From anime, karaoke, to advanced technology, the Land of the Rising Sun always has something unique to offer.
