Erythrai & Ildırı
Erythrai Antik Kenti / Ildırı
The ruins of an ancient city, one of the twelve cities of the Ionian League, with a theater and acropolis overlooking a bay of small islands. The sunset from the village of Ildırı below is stunning.
Erythrai was one of the twelve city-states of the Ionian League in ancient Greece, famous for the prophetess Sibyl and the Temple of Heracles. The site lies against the mountain facing the sea, where visitors can see an ancient theater, acropolis walls and the foundations of Roman-era villas. Admission is free, with simple facilities, and climbing to the acropolis involves a steep ascent. At the foot of the mountain, Ildırı is a quiet fishing village with small islands scattered across the bay. In the evening, eating fish at a seaside restaurant while watching the sunset is a highlight. It is about 25 km from Çeşme town and requires a car.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Germiyan Village
- Şifne Thermal Springs
- Ilıca Beach
- Alaçatı
- Alaçatı Windsurf Bay
- Aya Yorgi Bay
- Dalyan (Çeşme)
- Ayios Haralambos Church