Sirince

🍇 Sirince – The Charming Greek Village of Turkey

📍 Location: Near Selcuk, Izmir Province, Turkey
🏛 Known For: Beautiful Turk-Greek architecture, homemade fruit wines, and historic churches

🏛 Highlights of Sirince

1️⃣ Authentic Greek-Ottoman Architecture
Sirince was originally a Greek Orthodox village before the 1923 population exchange.
The village is perched on a hillside, offering stunning views of the surrounding vineyards and orchards.
Houses feature whitewashed walls, wooden balconies, and red-tiled roofs, creating a picturesque setting.

2️⃣ Church of St. John the Baptist (Aziz Yahya Kilisesi)
A historic Orthodox church with fading frescoes and mosaics.
Located at the highest point of the village, offering panoramic views.
The stone bell tower is a notable landmark in the village.

3️⃣ Sirince’s Famous Fruit Wines 🍷
Unlike traditional Turkish wines, Sirince is known for its fruit-flavored wines made from:
✔ Pomegranate
✔ Peach
✔ Blackberry
✔ Blueberry
✔ Apple
Many local wineries offer free wine tastings in their cozy cellars.

4️⃣ Handmade Local Products & Street Markets 🛍
Stroll down the cobbled streets and explore the vibrant market stalls.
You’ll find homemade olive oil, honey, organic soaps, lacework, and pottery.
Try the Gozleme (Turkish pancake) made by local village women.

🚗 How to Get to Sirince?
🚗 By Car:

10-minute drive from Selcuk
20-minute drive from Ephesus
1-hour drive from Izmir
🚍 By Public Transport:

Take a minibus (dolmus) from Selcuk to Sirince (departs every 30 minutes).

📌 Why Visit Sirince?
✅ A Hidden Gem – A peaceful escape from busy tourist sites.
✅ Unique Wines – Taste and buy locally-made fruit wines.
✅ Rich History – Walk through a village frozen in time.
✅ Charming Markets – Support local artisans and take home handmade crafts.