Curetes Street
Curetes Street
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One of the main streets through the city, it was once lined with fountains, monuments and various shops and galleries.
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Jason S
Melbourne, Australia2,185 contributions
Dec 2022 • Solo
Very well maintained road leading from the entrance of Ephesus towards the famous library, down hill from the start meaning you walk back up hill at the end.
Lots to see along the way with multiple historical sites of interest along the way. Even an ancient public toilet!!!
Does get very busy with tour groups and all so would highly recommend getting there at opening time to enjoy the complex without thousands of other people.
Lots to see along the way with multiple historical sites of interest along the way. Even an ancient public toilet!!!
Does get very busy with tour groups and all so would highly recommend getting there at opening time to enjoy the complex without thousands of other people.
Written July 7, 2023
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Mohit
Noida, India338 contributions
Dec 2019
This is again one of the better excavated and preserved structures of the old city of Ephesus. There are plenty of things to see and admire along the Curetes street. Temple of Artemis, the royal terraces, the water supply system of the old city and in the end, the beautiful view of Celsus library.
Since this is main street of Ephesus if you are entering from the high gate (the one where all the tour buses stop), you won't miss it. It's a good place for a lot of pictures as well.
Since this is main street of Ephesus if you are entering from the high gate (the one where all the tour buses stop), you won't miss it. It's a good place for a lot of pictures as well.
Written January 3, 2020
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia19,450 contributions
Sept 2020
The Curetes St. was the main artery of this ancient city. It stretches from the southern gate all the way to the fantastic library.
As you might expect from such a street, along it were many shops, temples, the famous Trajan fountain and the high end hill Terrace apartments for the rich (extra fee to visit them), and even a brothel. The street is in huge marble blocks (beware of slippery) with drainage system installed like in Pompei.
As you might expect from such a street, along it were many shops, temples, the famous Trajan fountain and the high end hill Terrace apartments for the rich (extra fee to visit them), and even a brothel. The street is in huge marble blocks (beware of slippery) with drainage system installed like in Pompei.
Written October 25, 2020
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Helio V
Maringa, PR362 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Along the walk through the street, you will see several monuments and buildings, a sidewalk made with mosaics, the library of Celso, among others.
There are many pieces scattered on the sides of the road, waiting to be restored.
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Go protected from the sun and bring water
Careful:
The floor is marble and it is slippery, go with shoe that does not slip. We saw several people slipping and some getting hurt.
There are many pieces scattered on the sides of the road, waiting to be restored.
Go with Guide
Go protected from the sun and bring water
Careful:
The floor is marble and it is slippery, go with shoe that does not slip. We saw several people slipping and some getting hurt.
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Written August 22, 2024
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PATO-BETO
San Martin, Argentina19,934 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
It is one of the three main streets of the ancient city of Ephesus. He took that name from the priests who were called curetes. When crossing it, we can see several columns and some remains of statues, at the end we find the impressive Library of Celsus.
Written December 19, 2023
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Steve_Grant1
Oldham, UK1,771 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
This is the main street of the ancient city of Ephesus. Take your time as you walk down to see the Library and Amphitheatre. Some very interesting buildings. We went on a guided tour with a good guide which clearly benefitted the history of the site.
Written November 29, 2023
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1TraveltheWorld
Alice Springs, Australia12,202 contributions
Nov 2015 • Friends
The section between the Domitian Square, (just after the Fountain of Pollio) and the Library of Celsus was called Curetes street.
The well retained paved street, was originally reserved only for horses and carts and is only a part of the overall intriguing history of this ancient place.
The well retained paved street, was originally reserved only for horses and carts and is only a part of the overall intriguing history of this ancient place.
Written October 21, 2016
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zuv
Bucharest, Romania37,327 contributions
Aug 2020
It’s really impressive how a thousands of years old street can looks like! Nowadays there are a lot of localities that do not have paved streets. At one of its end you can find the Celsus Library and Terrace Houses. Also, on one side is the Temple of Hadrian. All in all, the most interesting area of the archeological site.
Written September 23, 2020
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Carol A S
Marietta, GA4,153 contributions
Apr 2019
Curetes Street is one of three main streets of Ephesus, running down hill from the Hercules Gate about 300m to the Celsus Library. The street originated in Hellenistic times as processional way (sacred route) to the Temple of Artemis. Priests in the cult of Artemis were called Curetes, so the street was named after these priests who walked along the street during religious ceremonies. Curetes street is paved in marble blocks with drains below; in places, wagon ruts are still visible. Similar to modern Main or High streets, Curetes Street was lined with shops, public buildings, eating places, houses, fountains, monuments, statues and religious temples. Rich Ephesians lived on southwest side the street in Terrace Houses. The lowest levels of their houses facing the street contained shops with colonnaded galleries, floor mosaics and roofs protecting pedestrians from sun or rain. Most of the structures were damaged in several earthquakes in the area. Partial restoration of some buildings gives the visitor an idea of the street's appearance in the 4th century, at the height of Roman rule. Curetes Street is one of many ruins in Ephesus which is a UNESCO World heritage Site. The ruins are popular, so visiting early or late in the day helps avoid crowds. Sturdy shoes, water and a hat are recommended, as walking surfaces are uneven, and there is little shade. The Ephesus site is open Apr-Oct: 8am-7.30pm, and closes at 5.30pm Nov-Mar. There is an entry fee of ₺60 for adults; children are free. Parking is 10₺.
Written November 23, 2019
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Karen K
United States82 contributions
Sept 2019
You will see most of the important sights in Ephesus along Curetes Street. The marble street has the grooves from the chariots that were driven over it. Also look for the square marble blocks in the middle of the street. The blocks covered openings so that the sewer, and hot and cold water pipes could be kept in working order. You will also notice clay pipes along this street that brought water to the shops and homes. Along this street are fountains, monuments, statues and shops. There were many homes for the rich on the slopes of the street. Houses had colonnaded galleries with mosaics on the floors. Shops had roofs to protect shoppers from the sun or rain. Bring water, hats and cameras--and watch for the signs that tell you what you are seeing. Everything is very close together and hard to distinguish the individual areas without the signs.
Written October 27, 2019
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