A hillside village that tastes like history and smells like peaches. Tucked in the green hills above Selçuk, Şirince is a picture-book village of red-tiled roofs, cobbled paths, and stone houses wrapped in jasmine. It’s a place where nothing rushes—not the cats, not the elders, not the breeze. Originally Greek, later Turkish, and always charming, Şirince is now best known for its fruit wines, hand-knitted lace, and warm welcomes.
Signature Sites: St. John’s Church, wine cellars, Şirince market
Atmosphere: Quaint, aromatic, nostalgic
Best Experienced: On foot, with a glass of mulberry wine
Tastes to Try: Peach wine, olive oil cakes, black mulberry jam