About Kusadasi
Situated in the Aegean Region, Kuşadası is a district of Aydın with 80,000 inhabitants.
The must-sees during your visit to Kuşadası include the House of the Virgin Mary, a place of pilgrimage for Christians; the historical ruins of Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis; Güvercin Island; and the world-famous Şirince Village. The Dilek Peninsula and Zeus Cave provide good alternatives for those who enjoy seeing places where the bright blue of the sea meets the green of the land. A short walk along the beach could take you to a sea-side restaurant where you can enjoy a variety of delicious fish. Other gastronomic offerings of the region are the Aydın stew, and the Teleme dessert.
The Mediterranean climate of Kuşadası makes it very hot in summer and it is advisable to stay indoors during the day and go out early morning or late afternoon. Winters are warm and wet with hardly any snowfall.
The Port of Kuşadası particularly creates an important value for the region, and each year thousands of visitors come to Kuşadası by cruise ships for a daily visit. The Adnan Menderes Airport in Izmir is 95 km to Kuşadası and offers another mode of transport for visitors willing to see the rich historical heritage of the region. Access to the region is possible all year round.
