Izmir is a city rich with culture and history, boasting 3500 years of urban development. It is the third largest city in Turkey and boasts the second largest port after Istanbul.

Izmir is widely regarded as one of the most progressive Turkish cities in terms of its values, lifestyle, and dynamism and gender roles. Izmir's youth hold a strong position in the city, and its workforce is full of young up-and-comers.

Strolling through the city streets, you'll discover palm-lined promenades and green parks set around a circular bay. The city is also known for its international trade fair, which attracts around a million people each year.

Adnan Menderes Airport serves many UK cities with direct flights, but during winter months you may have to fly via Istanbul.

 

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Izmir City Nearest Airport:

Milas Bodrum Airport 180 km to Izmir City Izmir Adnan Menderes International Airport 35 km to Izmir City

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Izmir City Nearest Marina/Port:

Cesme Setur Altinyunus Marina 985 berths 220 yatchs on land 70 km to Izmir City

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Izmir City Hospitals:

State Hospital Alsancak Devlet Hastanesi Private Hospitals Ozel Alsancak Hastanesi

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Izmir City Beaches:

Izmir has numerous sandy beaches and bays that are popular with the many visiting tourists. Izmir's beaches combine with forests and hills to create harmonious and stunning surroundings. Alacati Beach 0 km to Alacati 15 km to Cesme Kustur Beach 0 km to Kusadasi The beach of Kadinlar Plaji (Ladies Beach) 0 km to Kusadasi

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Izmir City International Schools:

American Collegiate Institute/SEV Elementary School MEF International School Izmir

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Izmir City Main Attractions:

Ancient city of Notion This is your chance to see an excavation in progress Beaches around Izmir You won't find a beach at the city centre, but you can take a dolmus to many nearby swimming spots Ephesus Internationally-renowned Ephesus is like an open-air museum Izmir International Fair Held in Kulturpark, this summer fair is the oldest tradeshow in Turkey, and is accompanied by musical and cultural events Izmir's delicious kumru A warm sandwich may not sound so special, but this Izmir speciality is absolutely delicious and you will have great trouble tracking one down anywhere else in Turkey Izmir's elevator This was built by a Jewish businessman in 1907 to help residents reach the districts on top of the hill Kemeralti Bazaar This is enormous bazaar is over 400 years old Konak Square Famous for its clock tower, Konak Square is a popular gathering place for the locals Kulturpark This is Izmir's centre of art and culture - and it also has an amusement park Kusadasi International Golf Resort Kusadasi International Golf Resort will open in May 2010 and aims to offer a challenging fairway for advanced players, while also allowing a good part of the green to cater to all levels Shrine to the Virgin Mary Located on the top of Mount Bulbul, nine kilometres from Ephesus, the Shrine of the Virgin Mary is hidden in a green and peaceful spot St John's Basilica This great Ephesian church is built over the believed burial site of the St John, the ancient apostle, evangelist and prophet Teleferik cable car The Teleferik cable car carries passengers 423 metres above sea level for a beautiful view of Izmir The Velvet Castle Kadifekale means 'the velvet castle', and is the name of both the fortress and the hill on which it stands Wining and dining in Izmir Head down to the Alsancak at the waterfront for a night out

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