Ephesus is the best preserved ancient site in the world which extends back into the third millennium bc was one the most important centers of ancient times you will visit the gymnasium the beautiful celsus library and the grand theater house of virgin mary which is located on mt koressos the house was discovered in the 19th century by following the descriptions in the reported visions of blessed anne catherine emmerich 17741824 a roman catholic nun and visionary catholic pilgrims