Ephesus - over 2,000 years and counting

A two hour drive north of Bodrum, along the southwest coast of Turkey, stands Ephesus. Originally settled in 700BC, what remains was primarily built between 100BC and 200AD. Curetes Street was paved in marble, enhancing numerous temples and monuments, including the Temple of Hadrian. (photo top right).

Heated floors, hot and cold running water, mosaic floors, frescoed walls, outdoor covered malls, dinner parties, catering and "take-out" food - all part of life in Ephesus.

Life doesn't sound so different from ours. Okay maybe except for their technologically advanced heated floors. Come to think of it, maybe we haven't come so far in 2,000 years after all.