House of Virgin Mary

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The House of Virgin Mary is a sacred pilgrimage site located in the hills near Ephesus. Believed to be the final home of the Virgin Mary, this peaceful place attracts visitors of different faiths seeking spiritual reflection, tranquility, and natural beauty.

What to See & Do

  • ⛪ Visit the sacred house 🏠 and chapel 🕊️
  • 🕯️ Light candles and offer prayers 🛐 at the altar 🤲
  • 🌿 Walk through the peaceful garden 🌳 surroundings 🌸
  • 💧 Drink water from the sacred ⛲ spring 🥤
  • ⛰️ Enjoy panoramic views of the hills 🌄 and landscape 🗺️

How to Get There

  • 🏛️ Located about 7 km from Ephesus 🗺️ Ancient City 📍
  • 🚕 Accessible by taxi, tour bus 🚌, or private car 🚗
  • 🚉 Public transport available via Selcuk 🏘️ town 🏁

Travel Tips

  • 👗 Dress modestly as it is a religious ⛪ site 🛐
  • 🤫 Maintain silence and respect inside 🕍 the chapel 🕯️
  • 👟 Bring water and comfortable 🚶 shoes 🎒
  • 🗺️ Combine visit with Ephesus 🏛️ on the same day 🗓️

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕗 08:00 AM – Depart from Kusadasi 🌊 or Selcuk 🚌
  • 🕘 09:00 AM – Arrive at House 🏠 of Virgin Mary ⛪
  • 🕙 10:00 AM – Explore the site 🌿 and surroundings 🚶
  • 🕚 11:30 AM – Continue to Ephesus 🏛️ Ancient City 🏁

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Morning to evening (hours vary by season)

Entry Fee:

Ticket required

Best Time to Visit:

Early morning for a quiet and peaceful experience

Location

📌House of Virgin Mary (Meryem Ana Evi), Selcuk, Izmir Province, Turkey

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