Small Boats
We arrived at Izmir at sunrise. There were small boats out in the harbor.
Helicopter
This helicopter was zipping along the shoreline.
Little Red Police Boat
Probably there to help guide the ship to the dock.
Sunrise Through the Clouds
Sunrise Through the Clouds
Ephesus
A & A Above the Arch
That arch actually covers a stairway that leads up to what used to be a
second floor.
The Library
This is a view down the road to the two-story façade of the
library at Ephesus. Our tour guide, with sign, is in the foreground.
The Library
The streets were lined with columns.
Carved in the Stone
Amalia studies some carvings.
The Library
Another view down the street to the library.
Globe
The ancients did indeed understand that the earth was a sphere.
Mosaic
This was a sidewalk. Our guide told us that the mosaics in the houses
were more ornate.
Public Washroom
Public Washroom
Hot water flowed beneath to wash away the waste and to keep the
seats warm.
Kitten
At every stop, Amalia found a cat.
Kitten
Rachel said "No, you may not bring it home!"
The Library
It's even more impressive when you're standing in front of it.
Family Portrait
(Thanks, Tim.)
Advertising
We're not going to tell you what they were selling. Just keep in mind
that Ephesus was a major port in ancient times. There was a hidden tunnel
between the library and this establishment.
Aled Takes Charge
Aled took charge of the tour guide's sign for a while.
The Theater
A & A race up the steps to find their seat.
The Theater
The Theater
It's a rather large theater...
The Theater
...as you can see.
Street from the Harbor
Our guide told us that Anthony and Cleopatra walked up this street when
they visited Ephesus.
The Theater
Another view, once again showing the impressive size of the place.
The Theater
A Camel
As we left Ephesus, we were greeted by all sorts of vendors selling
souvenirs. You could also pay a few Euro's to sit on the camel.
Turkish Schoolgirl
She waved at us as the bus went by.
Heading Back to the Ship