Grotto of St. Paul

Turkey / Izmir / Selcuk /
 christianity, cave(s), archaeological site, byzantine, interesting place

The only actual ancient evidence of St. Paul (and Thecla) in Ephesus. Small cave on the slope of the hill itself dates to 1st or 2nd century; fresco with portrait of Paul, Thecla, and Theokleia (Thecla's mother) probably 5th or 6th century. There is evidence of use as a chapel as late as 11th-12th century. Fresco discovered around 1999 by Austrian Archaeological team. Not generally open for tourists. www.sacred-destinations.com/turkey/ephesus-grotto-of-st... also ephesusfoundationusa.org/projects/the-cave-of-st-paul
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Coordinates:   37°56'14"N   27°20'16"E
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