Alaçatı Sakızlığı Gallery
Cultural Garden Educational
Alaçatı Sakızlığı
Tokoğlu
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The mastic park north of the village, the peninsula's only living gallery of Pistacia lentiscus and the Sakız Ağacım revival project's home
Gallery
Erythrai (Erythrae) Ancient City
Ionian ruins and a hillside theatre above a fishing hamlet
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed May 2026
One of the twelve Ionian cities, Erythrai crowns the 88-metre acropolis above Ildırı with a 3rd-century-BC theatre cut into the north slope, the Temple of Athena Polias, Hellenistic house foundations and five kilometres of city walls. The climb delivers the ruins-with-a-view that defines the village, Chios and the bay laid out below, almost no crowds off-season. Free and open access; the cultural anchor of any Ildırı visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Erythrai (Erythrae) Ancient City, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Erythrai (Erythrae) Ancient City?
Erythrai (Erythrae) Ancient City is located in Ildırı, Çeşme, Ildır Mahallesi, acropolis hill, 35930 Çeşme/İzmir.
What are the opening hours of Erythrai (Erythrae) Ancient City?
Erythrai (Erythrae) Ancient City is open Open daily, free access.
What is Erythrai (Erythrae) Ancient City best for?
Erythrai (Erythrae) Ancient City is especially popular for History walk, Sunset over the bay, Off Season escape.
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