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DAY 01IZMIR - SARDES - IZMIR
Arrival to Izmir airport, once capital of the ancient Lydia. The most important architectural works that were discovered here were The Synagogue and Gymnasium. Visit Temple of Artemis situated 2 km south of the city. An altar had existed already here since the end of the fifth century B.C. to the before mentioned altar had its face to the west. Sardis had reaches its zenith. See the famous Patroclos River once King Midas of the Phrygians had a bath in it. One of the Seven Churches of Asia Minor, the Sardis church is also heavily visited after lunch we proceed to Izmir, visit. We will visit the Archaeological Museum. The Museum, which is close to Konak square, has marvelous collection of antiquities. Finally, we visit Kemeralti Market. Most visitors find the streets of Kemeralti Market area fascinating. After lunch drive to Izmir. Overnight in Izmir. (L)
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DAY 02IZMIR - EPHESUS - IZMIR
After breakfast, drive to Selcuk for the Ephesus which was the capital of the Roman Province of Asia Minor. At the ancient site you'll visit the Odeon, the Bouleterion, the fountains, the temples, the brothel, the library, the agora's, the great theatre, the roman baths, the marble road, the gymnasiums and so on. After lunch visit the Archaeological Museum filled with a rich collection from the site and around. Then you'll visit the grounds of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. A short drive back to Izmir at the end of the day. At evening drive to Izmir airport or hotel. (B,L)
