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Let me start by telling the truth, haggling and bargaining is not a required skill in Kusadasi. I know your tour guides will tell you other stories, but please bear in mind that your tour guides will probably get commissions from the shops they take you to. For this reason, your tour guides may not … Read more
Kusadasi has a vibrant nightlife that continues until dawn. Kusadasi offers many beach clubs, taverns, live music, cafes, and many other things to do at night. In the summer months, these places host hundreds of thousands of visitors each night. Even in the winter months, Kusadasi is alive with its sizable local population. Yet, not … Read more
Since ancient times, Ephesus was a prime location with a big river, plenty of fertile lands, and a sea full of fish. Ephesus is an old city, even among ancient settlements. Ephesus was founded around 8600 BC. Ephesus grew over the centuries and became one of the most important cities in the world. In the … Read more
Kusadasi is not a fishing town with wonderful nature as it used to be in my childhood. Kusadasi is more like a holiday city now. Kusadasi has everything…. History, wonderful beaches, places to discover, top quality hotels and much more. Many of the wonderful moments of my life happened in Kusadasi. Let me tell you … Read more
You may wonder why the Temple of Artemis (Artemision) is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. In ancient times, historians agreed that the Temple of Artemis was one of the marvels of their time. The Temple of Artemis was the most beautiful of all 7 wonders. According to Pausanias, the size of the … Read more
Zeus Cave is located in the Guzelcamli town in the province of Aydın, Turkey. The cave entrance is very close to the entrance of Guzelcamli Kusadasi National Park. The Zeus cave is worth visiting if you are in the Guzelcamli area. The cave is also a stop in many trekking or safari routes. The cave … Read more
This is the place I spent all my summers. Our family summer house is located in Kusadasi and the best times of my life continue to be in Kusadasi. Kusadasi has many beaches along its coastline. All the beaches have their own features, yet I can make your trips more enjoyable by sharing tips that … Read more
Kusadasi’s historical richness is not limited to Ephesus, Temple of Artemis, Kusadasi Castle, and House of Virgin Mary. Kusadasi has many historical sites, and some of these sites are history hidden in plain sight. For example, you may enjoy the sandy beaches of Pigela, yet you may not notice old shrines and ancient city ruins … Read more
I lived all my university years and half of my professional life in Istanbul. Istanbul has a vast history and immense culture. Yet, Istanbul can be confusing even with the most basic questions. Istanbul is Turkey’s most populous city, with a local population of 16 million, and Istanbul has many layers. Istanbul has more history, … Read more
I spent most of the best parts of my life in Kusadası because of our family’s summer house located there. My mom now lives there permanently in tranquility after my parents are divorced. As a local, I can tell you Kusadasi is one of the safest places in Turkey as well as the world. In … Read more