​Hotels were springing up from the 1970s to cater for the large influx of tourists, and shortly afterwards  UNESCO   declared it a  World Heritage Site. 
But by the 1990s, this took its toll on the state of the calcium pools and restrictions were placed on these  travertine terraces.

Many hotels were knocked down, visitors are only allowed on major paths around the sites, and must remove footwear to stand on the calcium deposits. 
This seems to have been a successful move, as the water supply is now used for preservation and some of the damaged calcium deposits have been strengthened.

Indications :
*Total  mineralization of the thermal is 6016,97 mg/Lt.,
*It has a mixed character thermal water with 

• Sodium Chloride(salt-sodium 1167 mg/Lt., chloride 2602 mg/Lt.)  
• and  with Fluoride (1,6 mg/Lt.)

*It is used as a collateral component for the treatments of diseases below
*Under the control of the medical doctor, it is applied in form of bath application for 

• inflammatory  rheumatismal  diseases (romatoid artrid, romatoid spondilit)

Non inflammatory  Juncture ossium diseases  such as 

• Chronic backache 
• osteoarthritis

*Used as to add the finishing touches  after soft tissue diseases such as 

• myositis, 
• tendinitis, 
• trauma, 
• fibromyositis syndrome 

*Orthopedic  operations

*Mobilization work , after staying  immobile because of  a cerebral and nerve surgeries

*For rehabilitation of cerebral palsy

*Stress disordery, neurotony

*Athletic injuries  

*Dermatological  diseases such as psoriasis  

*Catarrhal  problems  and respiratory system

*Since the water has fluoride inside, it can be drinkable but the resource is salty so that it is not recommended to drink.
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The monastery is located on 600 meters altitude.
The monastery captures the magnificent view of Davutlar-Kusadası and almost hides itself in the hillside.
Especially in the spring; the region is just like a natural hospital where the birds sing, all tones of green color meet the blue sea, flowers smell like heaven, spring waters flow; and Kursunlu Monastery looks like watching Panionion [Guzelcamli), Davutlar, Kusadasi, Ephesus and Samos [Sisam Island) from far away.

The monastery, which is right at the back of Dilek National Park is filled with zoological and botanic richness, waits to be discovered and to serve for tourism, on the Samsun Mountains. 
You feel like going up to Mother Mary's House  at Ephesus while climbing to Kursunlu Monastery. 
Destination is the same, the road is the same and the view is more magnificent. ​

Also, mineral waters are very important for human health. 
In the caves, it is possible to see and use the curing waters which cannot reach the surface.
For reaching Aslanlı Cave at Kirazlı Village, Yayla region, you have to leave the car at Derebogazı part of Kusadası-Kirazlı road and follow the 3 kms. jang soil-road on the left, on foot  for half an hour; or for ten minutes by another kind of vehicle.
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In 1427 three immigrant  shepherd families,  Eseogulları,  Efendiogulları and Köseogulları  came to Kirazlı region and established their camps on these fruitful and green lands. 

At those times,while establishing the village lots of water pipes and cubes were found. 
So the village village was called KÜPLÜCE  , Later on, because of its fruitfulness, the name was changed to AKÇAOVA. 

There are almost every kind of trees on the plain such as cherry,  sour-cherry, plum, apricot, grapes, fig, olive, nuts, pomegranate, quince, walnut and pine. 

Also agricultural products such as tobacco, sesame, corn, chickpeas and beans are grown.

The  good produce of sour cherry and cherry and giving the importance to these fruits, caused the name of the village. 
So, once more the village was renamed as KIRAZLI. 
Parallel  to agriculture, stock breeding was developed; animals increased such as cow, sheep, goat, etc.

Suitable to  name "KIRAZLI (CHERRY LAND)  Cherry Festivals began to be held from 1975; during these festivals beauty contests were organized, and cherry production was inspired. 
Recently Cherry Festivals are delayed because of economical problems for now.

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Before Kusadasi (a.k.a Scala Nova - The New Port) was founded in the Late 12th century, Ancient Ephesus was the main trade center so Ephesus carried out the role as the Largest Port of the region. 

Caravansarai buildings were built as almost Castle-like structure for defence and safety. They were not only trade centers but also offered safe accommodation for the merchants and their camels and horses. Also they functioned as storage for the merchandise.

When Cruise Ships dock in Kusadasi Port, they actually become neighbors with the Pigeon Island for a day.
It accompanies the Cruisers by giving them a great view if they prefer not go to Ephesus Sightseeing Tours and stay in their rooms. 

In the fortress section where the Turkish Flag is, the Citadel has a Watchtower, to day it is used as an exhibition area for crafts and a Whale Skaleton.
In the outdoor courtyard of the Citadel there is a selection of various species of plants and Trees forming a small botany garden. In the hot summer days the vegetation and the breeze gives a nice feeling to the visitors.

Almost every little county has it's Citadel in the Agean region. In Ephesus, there is Ayasuluk Hill known as Selcuk Hill. 
On my ephesus tours I also mention about Ayasuluk Hill being near the water once the siltation had not affected the geology of Ephesus area. But this picture might give us an idea how Ayasuluk Hill of Ephesus looked once.

Pigeon Island and It's Citadel is known as the symbol of Kusadasi town, not only that but also a completion of Kusadasi's Vista. 

Today, Kusadasi is one of Turkey’ s most sophisticated holiday centers; a perfect place for vacation with its sandy beaches and glassy water. 
The contrast of the lively holiday life with the quietness of ancient ruins create the special atmosphere of the city. ​

The city was invaded by Persians around the year of 546 BC. 
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In 200 BC Kusadasi and its environs were dominated by the Roman Empire, and with the division of the Roman Empire, became a state of Byzantine. 

As the changes in climate caused serious earthquakes and changed the route of Caystros River, Ephesus was mostly destroyed and lost its prior importance and prosperity. 
The result had forced Byzantines to search for a new port and a new road that would be suitable for trading. 
The area around Neopolis was found convenient by the Greek, Jewish, and Armenian merchants as a port in place of the port of Ephesus. 
“Scala Nova” was the name of this new port which added a new trading center to the prior historical cities such as Ania, Melia, Phygale and Neopolis, that have created the early foundations of today’s Kusadasi. 
By the coming of the 15th century, “Scala Nova” was under the domination of the Venetian and Genoese sailors and traders who established consulates here. ​

The Turkish domination in the area entered upon the invasion of Seljukian Kilic Arslan the 2nd. 

The advantageous position of Kusadasi as its being at the end of the important trade roads such as Silk Road – once held by Ephesus, influenced the development of the city in trading, positively.

Kusadasi began to be ruled by the Ottoman Empire after the invasion of Sultan Mehmet Celebi in the year of 1413. 
During the reign of Ottomans, Kusadasi was introduced to glorious structures, giving a new look to its former spectacular view. ​