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Cave of the Seven Sleepers
Nejlepší čas k návštěvě
Visit early morning (8-9 AM) to avoid tour groups arriving from Ephesus. Spring and fall offer cooler temperatures for the short uphill walk.
Tipy pro rozpočet
Entry is free year-round, no ticket required. Parking is also free, making this one of the most budget-friendly historical sites in the Selçuk area.
Doporučeno pro
Religious travelers, History enthusiasts, Budget travelers
Naplánujte si návštěvu
20-30 minutes
O atrakcí
Rychlá fakta: A cave where, according to Christian and Islamic tradition, seven young men slept for over 300 years to escape religious persecution. The site draws pilgrims from both faiths and contains a small Byzantine-era church built into the rock face.
Zajímavosti: A single opening in the limestone leads to a cave chamber where the story says the sleepers and their dog Qitmir rested for centuries. Pilgrims tie small ribbons and fabric scraps to nearby bushes as a centuries-old tradition of leaving prayers and wishes behind.
Insider tipy
- Wear sturdy shoes for the gravel path and uneven stone steps leading up to the cave entrance.
- Bring a small ribbon or piece of fabric to tie on the bushes if you want to participate in the local wishing tradition.
- Combine this with the nearby Ephesus ruins and the Basilica of St. John for a full day of history.
- Go early or late in the day; midday brings crowds from group tours and the cave interior gets warm.
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