Pretty stone walk along what you can imagine were old shops and houses. A little slippery though from all the foot traffic.
The road slopes down from the main political area into the rest of the city. At the top is the gate of Hercules. Legend says that if you can touch both sides you will gain Herculean strength. I expected it to be larger, at 5' 9'' it wasn't much of a stretch. Good for my ego!
We visited this marble paved street as part of our ship's tour to Ephesus. The street passes all of Ephesus's main attractions en route from the upper baths and water features, terrace houses, latrines and the library. The marble is slippy from the volumes of foot traffic so wear flat shoes with good soles.This area is a good place to see all the feral cats and dogs that live on the site. They are all well fed and seem healthy, unlike the street animals in other parts of the world.There are some spectacular carvings in this area, especially the goddess Nike, and two carvings at the Heracles Gate. We were also told that there is a sewer system in place under the street. It is amazing how sophisticated these ancient people were!
This is the main street of Ephesus by which all the spots can be visited - the latrines, the library, terrace houses, etc..Lined along the street you can see where the shops used to be located along with many statues and temples.So spend time to walk slowly and observe the different things which you can see.TIP: Try to visit Ephesus with a guide. It is well worth the knowledge and guidance they give you.
Just to see these ancient sites and to incorporate all human senses was so inspiring. To be there in person and to witness it was so breathtaking. I loved this area. To witness it left me a better person! I highly encourage anyone with the wherewithal to experience this area of the world. What a trip back in time...!
Curetes Street is the main road/street in the city of ancient Ephesus. It will take you from the very beginning of the city all the way down to the Celsus Library. Make sure to wear good shoes especially depending on the time of the year you are visiting as the street can be very uneven and could be slick. Just imagine walking down a street were over 20 thousand people used to walk every day thousands of years ago and you will appreciate the craftsmanship!
It is such a thrill to walk down a 2,500 year old street all around you is history everywhere you look a building Trajan,Nero, Hadrian or Agustus lived in at one stage.Nowhere on Earth can you have all this together not in Rome,not in Alexandria,not anymore you are walking in the steps of Emperors and slaves.
The streets of Ephesus completes the impression of this ancient city. Walking there is walking on the same street and the same rocks as the city's 250.000 inhabitants did almost 3000 years ago, and it makes you feel humble about what they were acyually able to do, and how it's still there today. But beware, the rocky streets and may be slippery when wet or hot, so wear good shoes.
A bit dangerous if you are not so steady on your feet, but you cannot go to Ephesus and not wander down Curetes street: it's the greek equivalent of Via Apia, Champs Elysees and so forth
Curetes Street stretches from the Heracles Gate to the Celcus Library and since it is located in the center of the city, there are monumental structures facing the street. Take time to stroll and take it all in.