Village Life Sirince

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Sirince, The village of Sirince is referred in ancient sources as the Ephesus on the Mountain suggests long established settlement. It is told in the village today that this new village on the mountain was called Cirkince, meaning rather ugly, with the intention of drawing less attention and interest of outsiders, thus ensuring security. In 1924, a Population Exchange Agreement was signed between Turkish and Greek governments. Thus,the post-war Kirkica was revitalized. Souvenir shops, an open market, a dozen restaurants and a few guest houses scatter the pretty cobbled streets of the village.After the tour, You will be back to your hotel.

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Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Kuşadası, Turkey
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours



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Sirince, The village of Sirince is referred in ancient sources as the Ephesus on the Mountain suggests long established settlement. It is told in the village today that this new village on the mountain was called Cirkince, meaning rather ugly, with the intention of drawing less attention and interest of outsiders, thus ensuring security. In 1924, a Population Exchange Agreement was signed between Turkish and Greek governments. Thus,the post-war Kirkica was revitalized. Souvenir shops, an open market, a dozen restaurants and a few guest houses scatter the pretty cobbled streets of the village.After the tour, You will be back to your hotel.

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Stop At: Sirince Koyu, Sirince Turkey

Sirince, The village of Sirince is referred in ancient sources as the Ephesus on the Mountain suggests long established settlement. It is told in the village today that this new village on the mountain was called Cirkince, meaning rather ugly, with the intention of drawing less attention and interest of outsiders, thus ensuring security.

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