For just a few more dollars you can walk through some of the best preserved ruins from early Ephesus. The frescos and tile work are stunning. The elaborate planning erases any thought that early builders were undeveloped in their thinking or artistic/engineering abilities.
This is a more recently discovered area that contains a massive, newly-excavated series of 6 hillside houses that were originally constructed by the very wealthy. The infrastructure that was incorporated in the building designs was most impressive, considering how long ago these were believed to be developed. The current tourist infrastructure that has been installed to allow visitors to experience the area is also truly impressive. One can easily appreciate this tourist-oriented infrastructure, because it allows visitors the opportunity to view the area, without damaging the sensitive structures. Visitors follow a designated metal and safety glass pathway up various flights of stairs that provide birds-eye and profile views of the noteworthy constructs within. Some of aesthetic elements of design are jaw-dropping!
We visited the Terrace Houses as part of our visit to Ephesus and chose to see the Terrace Houses, thinking they would be worth seeing as the ticket is extra for this.When we visited we see the archeologists trying to piece together the ruins and trying to put together the mosaic on the walls and floors of the ancient houses.The restoration efforts are extremely commendable with glass floors which both preserve the ruins and let visitors see them clearly.It is also quite interesting to see the advanced technology of the houses which used underground heating pipes.I would recommend all to see these terrace houses during the visit to Ephesus. The extra ticket is well worth the price.
The terrace houses were under repair and not open during our visit. That is all there is to say about it.
Well preserved, the walking paths allow you to see everything, and it's in the shade! Plus the ruins are spectacular!
Amazingly preserved and restored Roman houses. Well worth the extra admission! Added bonus- since most of the larger tours skip the houses, there is far less of a crowd!
This is by far the highlight of the trip. An archiological excavation in process. To preserve this precious discovery the Austrian government donated a covered building with walkways to ensure tourists did not cause damage. One literally walks above the ruins some of which have been impecibly restored and others still in the process. It is difficult to accept this level of sophistication and civilization so long ago. Simply magnificent!
In our modern world,one cannot imagine living in houses like the Terrace Houses, but personally I would have loved to experience it. You get a feel of how it would have been when walking through them. A cold yet captivating feeling. Have to experience it to understand my perspective.
Can see actual excavation and restoration in process as well as see the actual rooms of homes occupied thousands of years ago.
this place takes my breath away and gives me goosebumps each time I visit it. I've been here more than 4 times in 4 different years and each time I get there there is something new..