Begin an exciting half-day excursion with a tour of magnificent Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the best-preserved excavated and reconstructed cities, thanks to years of careful tending by British and Austrian archeological teams. On this in-depth tour you'll see the two-story Celsus Library, built around 114 A.D. and once containing over 12,000 scrolls; the Grand Theater, one of the largest in antiquity with its 24,000 seats, and where St. Paul once preached; the Temple of Hadrian, built in the early second century; and many other amazing monuments that make up this amazing ancient city. Next, you'll visit a local carpet weaving center, where you'll see firsthand the step- by-step handwork involved in this ancient and revered craft. You might even want to try your hand at making a double knot on the loom, the classic technique used in creating these handcrafted rugs. You'll see examples of finished carpets and also carpets still in process as you learn about the importance of this tradition handed down through generations of Turkish artisans. Refreshments of coffee, tea, and pastries are offered for your enjoyment at the weaving center.