Yeşilyurt — recognised by the United Nations World Tourism Organization among the 'Best Tourism Villages' — lies at the foot of Mount Ida and is celebrated worldwide for its centuries-old stone houses and meticulously preserved traditional architecture. The discovery walk continues through the village's narrow stone streets, between restored Ottoman-era mansions, boutique design hotels and art galleries. Pause at the village square fountains, the tea garden under a centuries-old mulberry tree and the 200-year-old stone mosque. Together with Adatepe, Yeşilyurt forms one of Mount Ida's most distinctive cultural routes. Lunch is served at a local village restaurant featuring homemade erişte (handmade pasta), lamb kapama or salads dressed with mountain thyme. Where architecture, art and gastronomy meet — an unforgettable experience for photography enthusiasts and boutique hotel lovers.
