The city through your eyes

Pitane is located on the northern shore of Çandarlı Bay, south of Dikili district. Although it is not known exactly when the ancient city of Pitane was founded,

Birgi draws attention with its rich culture and natural beauties. Located 9 km from the center, Birgi is known as the cultural and faith tourism capital of the

Located at the southeast of İzmir, on a fertile valley lying among the mountains Bozdağ in the north and Aydın in the south is irrigated with Küçük Menderes riv

The Çeşme district is a very popular summer resort, especially among residents of nearby İzmir, and includes historic sites such as a 16th-century castle and an

If you are in İzmir, a visit to Ephesus in Selçuk is a must. Located 75 km from İzmir, Ephesus is one of the best-preserved ancient cities in Türkiye.  First fi

This picturesque village is about an hour’s drive from İzmir. In recent years, Alacati has become one of Türkiye’s most popular summer destinations thanks to it

The district of Foça is situated on the site of the ancient city of Phocaea and is said to have been founded by the very same people who founded the French city

Allianoi was founded 18 kilometers northeast of Bergama after the Hellenistic Age (2nd century BCE). Allianoi, which made great progress in the century, is know

One of the first “cittaslow” cities of Türkiye Seferihisar is a perfect blend of nature and city life. Within walking distance to a very well preserved ancient

Surrounded by sandy beaches and turquoise waters, Çeşme peninsula attracts beach lovers, surfers and yachting enthusiasts every summer. The route between Çeşme

Virgin Mary House is located on the Bülbül Mountain, 9 km from Selçuk. It is known that John brought Virgin Mary to Ephesus 4 or 6 years after the death of Jesu

The basilica built on the tomb of St. John, who wrote the Gospel of John and is one of the apostles of Jesus, is located on Ayasuluk Hill within the ancient cit

Bird Sanctuary, also known as Kuş Cenneti (Bird Paradise) spreads over an area of 8000 hectares within the Çamaltı Salt-pans in Çiğli.  Sanctuary is home to ove

İnciraltı has long been one of the favorite places for weekend excursions of İzmir residents. The area, with fish restaurants on the beach, flower gardens and l

İzmir Archaeology Museum, which was opened in 1927 in Aya Vukla (Gözlü) Church to exhibit the works uncovered by archaeological excavations in the city, today w

With a beauty that inspired many songs, Kordon is a must-see place in İzmir. It’s one of the symbols of the city, where locals and visitors meet the Aegean Sea,

Kıbrıs Şehitleri Avenue, translated as Cyprus Martyrs Street, is considered one of the busiests hubs of downtown İzmir with its colorful shops, cafes and bookst

Foundation of the ancient city of Ephesus within the borders of Selçuk District goes back to 6000 BCE. The biggest temple dedicated to Artemis, the Artemision,

It is an elevator tower that houses two elevators between Mithatpaşa Street and the Nihat Bey Street which is at a higher altitude. It was built in 1907 to faci

Kadifekale, (Velvet Castle), the ancient mount Pagos, bears another legend about the foundation of the city attributed to Alexander the Great. According to the

İzmir Clock Tower, the symbol of the city, was built in 1901 as the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Ottoman Sultan Abdulhamid's accesion to the thro

Ancient Smyrna is located on the mound in İzmir Bayraklı. It is a small peninsula that was surrounded by the sea to the west and south in ancient times. The Bay