An Escape to Philosophy and History from Nadas Kazdağları: The Ancient City of Assos.

Imagine walking through the streets where Aristotle once taught, set on a volcanic hill overlooking the deep blue waters of the Aegean. This is the Ancient City of Assos, where history and the sea embrace, and every stone holds thousands of years of stories. While staying at Nadas Kazdağları, exploring this most precious historical treasure of the region will add an unforgettable dimension to your holiday.

A Pleasant Drive Just 27 km from Nadas Kazdağları

Leaving our hotel, you can reach Assos (Behramkale) in about half an hour via a scenic route lined with olive trees. This day trip offers a perfect adventure, stretching from the natural beauty of the Ida Mountains to the historical depths of the Aegean.

Moments That Will Captivate You in Assos:

• Sunset at the Temple of Athena: Visit the Temple of Athena on the city's acropolis—the only Doric temple from the Archaic Age built in Anatolia. The view you will witness, particularly at sunset, across from the Island of Lesbos, will simply take your breath away.
• A Culinary Stop at the Ancient Harbor: Head down from the acropolis to the ancient harbor, where historic stone buildings have been restored and converted into charming hotels and restaurants. Enjoy the freshest Aegean seafood while swimming between the historic breakwaters.
• A Walk in the Footsteps of History: Explore the ancient theater, the agora, and the necropolis to witness the social life of thousands of years ago, and surrender yourself to the flow of history.