During the Byzantine period, Güvercinada held an important military command position, and during the Ottoman period, its castle was renovated and given its current architectural shape. Over time, the island became known as Kuşadası due to the numerous bird nests on the island, and the name Kuşadası is known to have been derived from this small island. There is a concrete road leading to Güvercinada, and walks across the sea to this small island and its castle provide locals and foreign tourists with a unique excitement and joy. In addition to the beauty of the castle and its nature, Kuşadası currently has a very important whale skeleton, which is fully intact, and this skeleton is located in the tower section of Güvercinada. Among the historical sites in Kuşadası, Güvercinada is most visited by both local and foreign tourists for sightseeing and historical exploration.