Basilica of St. John

In Christian tradition, St. John the Apostle arrived in Ephesus after St. Paul and served the local community. The Basilica of St. John, a monumental structure commissioned by Emperor Justinian in the sixth century, stands in Selçuk, Turkey. This vast cathedral, one of the world’s largest, houses a tomb from the fourth century that once attracted pilgrims seeking miracles. Today, visitors can explore the extensive ruins and imagine the grandeur of this historic site, which continues to draw those interested in its rich religious and architectural heritage.