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Sanctuary · Selçuk, Esmirna
Meryem Ana Evi
Sanctuary on the slope of Bülbüldağı, associated by tradition with Mary’s stay in the Ephesus region.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Meryem Ana Evi
The House of the Virgin Mary is located on the slopes above Ephesus, outside the center of Selçuk. The site receives pilgrims and visitors interested in the tradition that links Mary to the region. The identification is religious in nature and should not be described as a biographical residence proven by all studies.
The visit focuses on a small stone building and its contemplative surroundings. The pace is often different from that of a large archaeological site: there are areas of devotion and directed circulation, which should be respected even by those who do not take part in the religious practice.
You need to arrange transport along the access road, because it is not a simple continuation of the walk within Ephesus. Confirm opening times and allow time for group arrivals. The sanctuary can be visited as part of a different period in Selçuk, without compressing the visit to the ruins.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 45 minutes to one hour, plus travel on the road.
Best time
Morning or afternoon, depending on visitation and religious activities.
How to get there
Taxi, car, or organized tour from Selçuk via the Bülbüldağı road.
Tip
Keep a distinction between pilgrimage tradition and historical verification when interpreting the site.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Meryem Ana Evi
Is the House of the Virgin Mary in the middle of the Ephesus ruins?
No. It is on the slope, with its own road access.
Is the visit of interest only to pilgrims?
It may also interest those who wish to learn about the history of devotion and local tradition.
Is it possible to walk from a sector of Ephesus to the sanctuary?
The transfer requires separate planning; arrange transport via the road.