curetes street

chaitanyaagrawal

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.

jthollo

This is the main drag of Ephesus ruins and leads down to the photo opp of the library. Be sure to go off on the side streets to see more, small theatre, open toilets, Terrace houses and photo opps from the hillside looking down to the Library.

855BruceH

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.

NebraskaForce

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...!

ajchandra

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!

Ideatroll

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.

davidbG6328TA

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!

VillageGirl

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!

Denysls

We really liked walking down Curetes street. We appreciated the fact that it was september, not too hot and going down. I imagine older people may consider doing the same. There are nice signs to read to fully appreciate the site. On the street, an inclosed area ($$) will let you see more preserved (and protected) artifact. Walking on stones used by the romans... priceless!

LeeanneG_12

Walking along this street made me think of all those who had walked before me. From the servant to gladiators. Shop keeps, rulers to the apostle Paul. Who knows who has been before but there were many and they are all apart of the history of a great city. The street is rough and it is best to allow plenty of time to walk through Ephesus so you can sit and take in the history.

SimonaI3

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

Islandhopper198

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.

372jl

You can see the old market stalls and the few homes that are adjacent to the street. It was the center of the city and a main walkway from the library/theatre/grand market to fields and other areas of the city. We visited on a hot day and there is not much shade. The marble, granite and engravings are a great piece of history to see! Restrooms are available at the beginning and end of the ancient city tour but they charge a small fee.

JTTurner3

You'll walk down Curetes Street from the entry into Ephesus by the Baths of Varius all the way to the Library of Celsus. There will be lots to see, some disappointing poorly reconstructed areas and some really nice examples of marble carving and temples. The 'street' is paved with stone and can be difficult for some to walk on due to the unevenness and there are some steps.

KIDone123

Pretty stone walk along what you can imagine were old shops and houses. A little slippery though from all the foot traffic.