The province’s capital, also called Aydin, enjoys a widespread reputation for its fine figs. Known as Tralleis in ancient times, it was at the center of a celebrated sculpture school. The remains seen today date from the second century A.D. After 1186 the town came under Seljuk rule, and the local museum displays artifacts from the different periods of its history.

Districts
Aydin province is divided into 17 districts: Aydin, Bozdogan, Buharkent, Cine, Didim, Germencik, Incirliova, Karacasu, Karpuzlu, Kirazli, Kocarli, Kosk, Kusadasi, Kuyucak, Nazilli, Soke, Sultanhisar, Yenipazar