Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Selcuk

It was beautiful and strangely calm place. I had all the good feels. The place is located on a hill, you have to drive up there. Then you’ll have to walk a long way to the House. We went in winters so it was good to walk up there but I think in summers it would be a little hard if it is hot. You are not allowed to take pictures inside the House of Virgin Mary. You can go in with respect as many times as you want to. It was a great experience. You can also take a candle and make a wish!

Meryana's House, or Mary's House, is situated in the mountains above Ephesus, which is a nice ride and gives lovely views over the town and countryside. We paid 120 lira to get into this site, but on entry signs state that this is a government charge and donations are accepted. The house is actually a small chapel, built on the ruins of the site of the old house and really we were almost out as soon as we were in. There is a restaurant, teashop and souvenir shop on the site, and a places to light candles, also a stop for spring water. The apostle John is said to have moved Mary, the mother of Jesus here, when he came to take care of the church in Asia Minor. There were information boards in several languages. Not sure I would consider this the best value for money based on the size of the site.