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Asansor Elevator, Turkey

From series “Top 16 Most Exotic Elevators and Lifts in the World”
Year: 1907.

The Turkish city of Izmir has the landmark lift - Asansör. The elevator is located in the city district of Konak and is one of the most striking urban sights. The history of the construction of this elevator, opened in 1907, is very interesting. The lift was built on the initiative of one of the rich local traders who wanted to connect the Karatash quarters with the summit of the hillside.

Asansor Elevator, Turkey With the support of his friend banker, the dealer began the construction of a wonderful tower lift, with which he planned to transport the goods delivered by the ships. Although the Asansör elevator has long since lost its original meaning, it is still used today for the intended use. Most passengers of the lift are the tourists. On the hill top are many interesting tourist attractions.

There is one of the best viewing platforms in the city, as well as the wonderful restaurant with the panorama on Izmir, where one can taste the popular dishes of Turkish cuisine and delicious sweets. The experienced tourists recommend to visit the restaurant in the evening. At sunset the panorama of the city looks particularly impressive and beautiful. The legendary restaurant, which is located in the upper part of the elevator shaft, can also be recommended to the vegetarians, at their disposal a special menu. Next - Elevator Long Island Center


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ATM bankomat: 'Finansbank Atm' located in 0.28 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Izmir Filo Rent A Car' is located in 0.27 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Shell-yeşilyurt Kavşağı İstanbul' in 0.7 km
Supermarket: 'A-101-asansör Şubesi' in 0.08 km
Parking: 'Otopark' in 0.04 km
Apotheek: 'Asansör Eczanesi' in 0.09 km
Police station: 'Küçükyalı Polis Karakolu' in 1 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Cafe Taş Ev' in 0.02 km
Railway station: 'Üçyol' in 0.45 km

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Best hotels near Asansor Elevator

Zena House Konak Residence

Located in 0 km from Asansor Elevator
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Rooms: 2
The accommodation includes a living room including flat-screen satellite TV. The private bathroom comes with a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. … More: photo, rates and booking
Envoy Hotel

Located in 1 km from Asansor Elevator
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Rooms: 21
Elegantly decorated, the rooms of Hotel Envoy include a flat-screen TV, minibar and an electric kettle. Some rooms also offer a private spa bath. The … More: photo, rates and booking
Way Hotel

Located in 2 km from Asansor Elevator
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Rooms: 34
With, simple, modern décor, rooms of Hotel Way come with a minibar and flat-screen satellite TV. The private bathroom includes a shower, hairdryer … More: photo, rates and booking
Zena House Alsancak

Located in 3 km from Asansor Elevator
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Rooms: 1
The accommodation includes two bedrooms and a living room including flat-screen satellite TV. The private bathroom comes with a shower, hairdryer, … More: photo, rates and booking

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Top destination around Asansor Elevator - Izmir

In the immediate vicinity of Izmir, there is the Pirlanta Beach, which is also great for family holidays. This beach is sandy and shallow. It extremely rarely has strong waves, so one can rest here even with the kids in an atmosphere of complete comfort. The beach is very large hence it is not difficult to find a secluded place to relax on its territory. Children will love to build sand castles and swim in crystal clear water.
Nature lovers should definitely visit the Kent Forest. It is well equipped for recreation. In this park, there are excellent pavilions in which one can arrange a picnic, many paths for walks, as well as free spaces where one can play active games. The park is located on a small hill off the coast. From some of its observation platforms open a wonderful panoramic view. There are several playgrounds for children and interesting monuments on the territory of the park.

The cultural program of leisure can be diversified by visiting the children’s museum, Umran Baradan Oyuncak Muzesi. This museum has a large and very interesting collection of toys which will be interesting to study not only for children, but also for adults. Among the presented toys, there are ones of real antiquarian values. In the museum, there are many toys that were made by hand. There are also excellent modern toys here. The museum, Umran Baradan Oyuncak Muzesi is simply ideal for visiting with children.
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