Discover the World Heritage destinations!
Xanthos-Letoon
About four kilometres apart, Xanthos and Letoon are two important ancient centres located within the borders of Antalya and Muğla. Xanthos was the largest administrative centre of Lycia in antiquity, while Letoon was the religious centre of that era. Both sites are highly significant to our world heritage in terms of their archaeological value and the insights they offer into Lycian civilisation. Rich in historical remnants, the two sites reflect the cultural depth of the region. Xanthos and Letoon have been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1988 and remain treasured archaeological landmarks of Türkiye.
Efes (Ephesus)
As a gateway to the ancient Mediterranean realm, Ephesus is one of Türkiye’s and the world’s most famous ancient cities. Added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2015, the ancient city of Ephesus holds a deep-rooted history dating back to 6,000 BC. Located within İzmir’s Selçuk district, it contains numerous significant structures, including the House of the Virgin Mary, the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, the Baths of Varius, and the Temple of Artemis—one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Ephesus continues to be a major cultural and historical attraction today.
Göreme Milli Parkı ve Kapadokya (Göreme National Park and Cappadocia)
Cappadocia and the Göreme National Park are renowned for their evocative fairy chimneys, rock formations that are the subjects of numerous photographs. But the otherworldly landscape of the region offers even more: The dovecotes hewn into the high slopes of the valleys and rock-carved monks’ cells in the valleys’ depths add a unique perspective to the area. The region’s underground cities, cave churches, and natural beauty make it unforgettable. In 1985, Göreme National Park and Cappadocia were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List and remain key parts of our shared human heritage.