Ephesus (Efes), Turkey

Last week we went on a tour to the ancient city of Ephesus with Mum and Dad. About 20% of the city has been uncovered from the 3000 year old city. It was in its height at about 100 BC and had a lot of significance to us due its role in biblical history.

Mum and Dad at the start of the tour

 The city was a commercial centre and was a port to the Mediterranean Sea. Its prominence declined as the harbour silted up and a large earthquake partially destroyed the city in 614 AD.
It is believed that the gospel according to John was written there and it is one of the seven churches of Asia referred to in Revelation.

An early medicine symbol

The medical school and hospital

The street of Curates with the Library at the end

The Austrians have had a major role in the excavation and restoration of the city so far. One of the key buildings that has been restored somewhat is the Library of Celsus.

Trajan Fountain

Hillside houses

Sam on the street of Curates 

Amazing mosaic detail outside the terrace houses

The impressive temple of Celsus

Some tourist

The main agora where Paul preached.

Believed to be the prison that Paul was held in

The Great Theatre

Backstage at the theatre

Theatre