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Selçuk–Ephesus · Place 4 · 3M
Temple of Artemis
The sanctuary of Artemis, visible through its foundations and a re-erected column.
Suggested time30 min
Elevation & effort3 m · Level walk
Best windowIn daylight when the ground is dry.
Walking noteShort walk; read the access note.
PRACTICAL ACCESS & WALKING METHOD
Walk west from the Ephesus Museum area, taking care at road crossings.
HISTORY & ARCHITECTURAL CONTEXT
The standing column was assembled from different column fragments in 1973. Look for the ground plan and the broad open space rather than expecting an intact temple.
Why visit
To see how a few surviving fragments can suggest the scale of a large temple.
VISITOR TIP — WHAT NOT TO MISS
Frame the column with the buildings on Ayasuluk behind it.
