Söke

Söke is a small town in Aydın Province in Turkey. It sits in a fertile valley and serves as a regional center for the surrounding rural areas.

The town was founded at the site of the ancient city and grew during Ottoman times. It expanded through its role as a trading point and administrative center for surrounding farming regions.

Söke takes its name from an ancient settlement and has grown into an agricultural and trading hub. The town is shaped by its markets, where locals gather daily to buy and sell goods.

The best area to explore is the town center, where most shops and markets are located. It is small enough to walk through easily, and the streets are straightforward to navigate.

The town is less known than other destinations in the region, yet offers an authentic look at daily life in Western Anatolia. Visitors find fewer tourists here and more insight into local traditions and crafts.

Location: Aydın Province

Elevation above the sea: 27 m

Shares border with: Kuşadası, Didim, Selçuk, Milas, Koçarlı, Germencik

Website: https://soke.bel.tr

GPS coordinates: 37.74820,27.40614

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:22