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Like many people, we traveled to this part of Turkey primarily to visit one place – Ephesus. It’s one of the most well-preserved Roman ruins in the world and a top tourist destination in Turkey.
Drawing in over two million visitors annually, it’s no surprise that much of the activity in this small town revolves around Ephesus. But as much attention as the ruins get, we were pleased to find that there is much to love in the town of Selçuk itself. It’s a charming laid back town with a rustic country feel. Simple and slow-paced, we enjoyed getting lost in its meandering cobblestone streets doing little more than whiling away the time.
If you’ve already made the rounds at Ephesus and have some time to spare, then I suggest doing the same. Ephesus may be the draw, but the…
