Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary, Kusadasi

Kusadasi can offer a lot to satisfy the thirst for culture of the tourists. Near the resort are the ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus. It was once one of the most important Greek settlements. Everywhere one can see remained walls, columns or arches. The remains of old churches, public buildings, amphitheaters and what not can make you feel great respect to the cultural past of ancient Greece. But the old architecture is not the only thing available in Ephesus. Here is one of the most important and sacred places for Christians – the house of the Virgin Mary. According to the Catholic faith the saint died and was buried at Ephesus, and today the house is a place where believers and not-so proceed with excitement just to see it and to get closer to this holy and mystical place. House of stone is nestled among olive trees, which you will recognize because of the light green leaves.