Izmir is a city in western Turkey on the Aegean coast. It is the third largest port in the country (after Istanbul and Ankara) and the second largest port. Izmir is a dynamic, fast-growing metropolis with a rich history and a large number of young people. It is a city with a unique European Mediterranean atmosphere in Turkey, where modern glass facades and wide boulevards sit side by side with traditional red tiled roofs and old mosques.
Izmir in the old days was called Smyrna. The city was founded by the Greeks, then conquered by the Romans and rebuilt by Alexander the Great, and in the 15th century became part of the Ottoman Empire. Izmir is famous for its huge archaeological complexes, among which are the ruins of the Smyrna Agora (market square) built by the Romans. Kadifekale Castle (Velvet Castle), built during the time of Alexander the Great, is located on a hill and offers a beautiful view of the city.
This is a vibrant city of olives, figs and grapes with a rich cultural and historical heritage, the "hand" of which was made by the ancient Greeks and Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans. Izmir is a great place to relax: beaches and the sea, clubs and bars, sights and ancient monuments. It is a youth city with a large number of universities, which is full of energy and is in constant motion.
Tourists are always welcome here, very attentive to them. Plan a journey through time: from three thousand year old historical monuments to modern skyscrapers. And don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss out on new travel offers!
