Lively and cosmopolitan city gateway to Turkey's Aegean coast
In Izmir, scenic, palm-lined promenades backed by graceful avenues and attractive horizontal terraces rise up the slopes of the surrounding mountains. Visitors come to Izmir to see the sights, haggle in the colourful bazaar, and dine on delicious meals at the many waterfront restaurants. Izmir is Turkey's third largest city, a busy port, commercial centre and gateway to the Aegean coast. The best way to enjoy Izmir is to join the promenaders in the balmy evening air - stroll along the esplanade between Konak Meydan and Alsancak, or take a horse-drawn carriage.
Having been almost obliterated by a fire in 1922 and rebuilt, the city's landmark public elevator, which links Mithatpasa Street with the summit of the hill at Halil Rifat Pasa, offers stunning view across the city and the bay. Like any modern city and holiday destination, Izmir has its share of shopping centres, but for Turkish atmosphere head for the old district with its narrow streets and hidden doorways.
Izmir nightlife can be as hectic or as sedate as you wish. Bars, nightclubs and Izmir’s many seafood restaurants sit alongside more cultural entertainment, like performances of the Aegean Philharmonic Orchestra.
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