• Iznik Ayasofya (Orhan Cami) - A significant landmark showcasing the architectural heritage of both Byzantine and Ottoman eras. This historic site hosted the First and Second Ecumenical Councils, pivotal in shaping early Christian doctrine.

• Antik Roma Tiyatrosu - Discover the remnants of a 2nd-century Roman theatre, featuring seating blocks, stage foundations, vaulted galleries, and active excavation sites that reveal various historical periods.

• İznik Nilufer Hatun İmareti Muzesi - A beautifully restored mansion exhibiting:
  • Ottoman ceramics and tiles
  • Calligraphy
  • Archaeological artifacts
  • Ethnographic collections

• Ruins of St. Neophytos Basilica - Neophytos Underwater Basilica, a fifteen-hundred-year-old basilica visible beneath Lake Iznik. Architectural outlines and submerged structural remains can be observed from the shore. The site is linked with early Christian tradition and underwater research projects.

• Iznik - Iznik City Walls and Lefke Gate, the most well-preserved section of Iznik fortifications, showcasing towers, arches, and defensive features from the Roman and Byzantine periods.

• Cini Firinlari - Historic tile firing kilns that illustrate the traditional Iznik ceramic production and Ottoman decorative arts.

• Iznik - Traditional Tile Workshop where artisans demonstrate the techniques of drawing, painting, glazing, and firing in classical Iznik tilemaking. Finished pieces are displayed in the workshop.

• Professional Guidance Service
• Entrance fees
• Lunch
• Tea and coffee
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Personal expenses
• Gratuities

Embark on a full-day exploration of Iznik, the ancient city of Nicea, which played a pivotal role in the spiritual and intellectual development of early Christianity. Nicea is renowned as the venue for the First Ecumenical Council in 325 AD and the Second Council in 787 AD, where foundational Christian doctrines were established and the early Church’s unity was reinforced.

While many link these councils to the later Hagia Sophia of Nicea, contemporary research suggests a different location. Compelling archaeological evidence points to the First Council being held in a magnificent lakeside basilica, now known as the Neophytos Basilica. The remarkably well-preserved remains of this basilica were discovered beneath Lake Iznik in 2014. This underwater church is considered one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the century, highlighting the enduring legacy of early Christian communities influenced by figures like St. Paul. Visiting this site provides a unique opportunity to experience history and nature intertwining in a truly memorable way.

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