Brothel
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An engraved foot in stone points the way to this peristyle house that was used as a brothel. It is thought that a passageway once existed from the library next door, allowing patrons a secret entrance to the bordello.
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zuv
Bucharest, Romania37,327 contributions
Aug 2020
Nothing really interesting to see. Just some remains of stone walls and the story that there was the brothel of the city. The story goes that a tunnel connected the Library of Celsus to the brothel, so that the men of the city could quickly and discreetly combine two hobbies.
Written 23 September 2020
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paulc195422241703
stranraer11 contributions
Sept 2013 • Friends
This site has hada lot of excavation in the last year.There is now a map at the entrance to show you the outlay of the houses which were the pleasure homes.
Written 28 September 2013
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Haytham Abu Firas
Qatar20,732 contributions
July 2017 • Family
Opposite the library is the Brothel or the Love House. Husbands used to tell their wives that they want to go the library, and then they turn there. It was official, and only a marble stone shows the direction to there.
Written 12 August 2017
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v_ee
Tabriz, Iran1,084 contributions
July 2017
just a stone
visit here during visit ephesus. 1 minute is Enough no more Not amazing thing to rank in T.A
visit here during visit ephesus. 1 minute is Enough no more Not amazing thing to rank in T.A
Written 26 July 2017
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dondonox
Playa del Carmen, Mexico364 contributions
Going to work in the library in the morning, slipping over to the marble facilities, having a bath , off to the brothel and back to the baths to finish at the library for the day. What a life these guys had , no time for lunch
Written 21 July 2010
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Josianne D
Montreal, Canada480 contributions
June 2014 • Couples
There isn't much to see about the brothel but it is in Ephesus (and you are already there) and doesn't cost anything to see so I don't really see the point in giving bad reviews about this. The guide told us a funny story about the feet... If your feet is the size of the print or bigger, the women can make you happy... So it was like in six flag when you want to go on a rollercoaster...
Written 18 June 2014
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csharp59
Wimberley, TX374 contributions
May 2013 • Couples
Yes even the oldest profession has a place in this ancient city, and apparently tunnels linked the Library to it so that the "learned" could also pay a visit! It took more imagination to envision, and looked to be just a series of small rooms. Some of the symbols on the ground also led the way to the Brothel, and can still be seen today.
Written 30 June 2013
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msa23_2000
Chino Hills, CA1,455 contributions
Apr 2021
It’s right next to the library so obviously you’ll see it and undoubtedly the advertisement for it. But this just pales in comparison to everything around it. But nice to know Ephesus had a brothel.
Written 5 April 2021
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Carol A S
Marietta, GA4,153 contributions
Apr 2019
I was underwhelmed by this particular Tripadvisor listing. As a port town, there probably were lots of brothels in Ephesus. This particular ruin next to the Library of Celsus might have been one, but there is insufficient evidence for archaeologists to verify this. (Unlike the public latrine, where the historic function is obvious.) Near the ruin is a flat marble slab with a foot, a woman and a heart etched into it, which some tour guides allege to advertise this ruin as a brothel. In my opinion, this is speculation which makes a good tour-guide story. The nearby Arcadian Way, Great Theater and Library are all interesting, and I thought about every-day activities by ancients while wandering around the many buildings in Ephesus. The ruins are popular, so visiting early or late in the day helps avoid crowds. Sturdy shoes, water and a hat are recommended, as walking surfaces are uneven, and there is little shade. The Ephesus site is open Apr-Oct: 8am-7.30pm, and closes at 5.30pm Nov-Mar. There is an entry fee of ₺60 for adults; children are free. Parking is 10₺.
Written 27 November 2019
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MFD
United Kingdom2,889 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
A Greek version of directing towards the brothels compared to the penis directions like in the Roman era.
Written 24 March 2019
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