Historical places in the world. Plan: Wonders of the World

25. Efes, Turkey
Efes is a historical place near Izmir on the western coast of Turkey. Once an ancient Greek city known as Ephesus, it is one of the best preserved classical sites in the world today.

Built in the 10th century BC, the site has many impressive ruins, including an amphitheater which had seating for 25,000 people. Originally a thriving community, Ephesus was eventually abandoned when silt clogged up the harbor and no ships could reach the city.

In 1863, a British architect began searching for the Artemision or Temple of Artemis at Efes. He discovered the pavement of the temple, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, in 1869.

The preserved ruins are protected as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Efes is open today for tourists with guided tours allowing them to visit the amphitheater, theater, stadium and other ruins. Along with the Ephesus Archaeological Museum that has artifacts from Efes’ long history in their collection, this makes it one of the best historical places in the world.

Celsus Library at Ephesus ancient city in Izmir, Turkey

In Conclusion: Best Historical Monuments in the World
There are so many amazing historical places in the world to visit that it’s hard to know where to start. These are just a few of our favorite ancient structures.

We hope that this article will inspire you to travel and experience some of these amazing places for yourself! Traveling is the best way to learn firsthand about different cultures and traditions around the globe. Which site do you think should be next on this list?

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