Sightseeing in Izmir - what to see. Complete travel guide
Izmir is a large and famous cultural center and a beautiful resort. The city is located along the coastal line and so it is surrounded by water from one side and by high mountains with ancient forests from another one. There are many places of interest in the city as it has managed to preserve its historical look. You will also find numerous museums and theatres in Izmir, so besides tranquil rest on a beach, tourists have an opportunity to participate in various cultural events.
Izmir has many unique sights, beautiful parks and beaches, as well as many entertainment facilities that children will surely like. Vacationers with children should definitely look into the … Open
A significant part of attractive restaurants and cafes of Izmir are located on the territory of bazaars. Some dining facilities specialize exclusively in the preparation of national dishes, … Open
An obligatory part of the excursion should be a visit to the Ataturk Museum. This museum is located in Konak Square and occupies a beautiful historical building. It was in this building that Atatürk stopped several times during his visits to the city. The collection of this museum is very diverse; it presents a large collection of ancient sculptures and paintings, as well as historical artifacts. Exhibitions of contemporary artists are often held in the museum.
Izmir is the city that, according to a legend, was the birthplace of famous ancient Greek writer Homer. Nowadays, this city is an amazing example of mixing modern trends and centuries-old … Open
Fans of unusual attractions in Izmir must find the “wall of desires”, located next to the house of the Virgin Mary, on the Nightingale Mountain. This wall is completely covered with scraps of paper and cloth, on which pilgrims write their desires. Once a week, all the notes with wishes left by pilgrims are burnt. It is considered necessary for the wishes to come true. Here, there are also several springs, the water from which is considered miraculous.
Start your exploration of the city by walking to Konak Square. This is the most large-scale square in the city, which overlooks the Gulf of Izmir. Several important tourist attractions are … Open
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Shopping streets in Izmir
♥ Shopping area ' Kemeraltı' İzmir, 1.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Plevne Street' İzmir, 1.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Kemeraltı' İzmir, 1.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Plevne Street' İzmir, 1.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Survived castles around Izmir
♥ Castle 'Castle of Mytilene' Mytilene, 92.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle of Mytilene' Mytilene, 92.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Art galleries in Izmir and around
♥ Art museum 'İzmir Art and Sculpture Museum' İzmir, 2.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Selçuk Yaşar Museum of Arts' İzmir, 2.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'İzmir Art and Sculpture Museum' İzmir, 2.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Selçuk Yaşar Museum of Arts' İzmir, 2.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sights around Izmir from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Temple of Artemis at Ephesus
From the series “Seven Wonders of the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Izmir center - 55.2 km.
The main building material was white marble. The statue of Artemis made of ivory and gold served as a main decoration of the sanctuary. The temple was governed by the board of priests. For many years, this place was not just a religious center, but the financial and business center of the city, which was completely independent from the municipal authorities. In 1869, the English explorer, John Turtle Wood, found the ruins of an ancient temple near the town of Selcuk. The foundation was discovered in full only in the 20th century. Now, everyone can visit these amazing sights and see the ruins of the once majestic temple. …
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