Ancient Ephesus

Ephesus - one of the most significant cities of the ancient world, located on the western coast of Asia Minor. According to legend, it was founded by the Amazons, but historically its creation is associated with Ionian Greeks in the 10th century BC. The city quickly became an important trade and religious center due to its advantageous position at the mouth of the Cayster River (now Küçük Menderes) and proximity to the Aegean Sea.