Ephesus with Terrace houses

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Ephesus is the best preserved classical city of the Eastern Mediterranean, and among the best places in the world enabling one to genuinely 'soak in' the atmosphere of Roman times. Ephesus is characterized as the most popular site in southwestern Turkey and deservedly so. Many acres carefully excavated restoration of ancient splendor. This once thriving metropolis had as many as 250.000 inhabitants. Ephesus became the most important city of Asia Minor throughout several civilizations. Enjoy with this tour that offers specialized guides to show you the roman history.

Ephesus terrace houses are located on the hill, opposite the Hadrian Temple. Also called as "the houses of rich", important for the reason give us information about family life during the Roman period. They were built according to the Hippodamian plan of the city in which roads transected each other at right angles.

There are six residential units on three terraces at the lower end of the slope of the Bulbul Mountain. The oldest building dates back into the 1C BC and continued in use as residence until the 7C AD.

Ephesus terrace houses are covered with protective roofing which resembles Roman houses. The mosaics on the floor and the frescos have been consolidated and two houses have been opened to the public as a museum. The heating system of the terrace houses were the same as that in baths. Clay pipes beneath the floors and behind the walls carried hot air through the houses. The houses also had cold and hot water. The rooms had no window, only illuminated with light coming from the open hall, so that most of the rooms were dim. The excavations of the terrace houses started in 1960. The restoration of the two of the houses have been finished and can be visited today.

Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel.
Start/opening time: At 8.30am.
End/closing time: At 1pm.
Languages: Dutch.
Others: Kids need to bring their ID. Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change. Customers who are less mobile may not be able to visit Ephesus.