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Izmir Tourism

Explore Konak Square
The Konak Square is the most bustling part of the city, along with the landmark- The Clock Tower.
The Konak Square is a busy square full of pigeons where you can buy from locals and feed them to pigeons. Walk around, dine or shop at the Konak Pier or enjoy the fresh sea air along the water. It is the place where you can absorb Izmir's ambience.
The Clock Tower, built in 1901, and made up of marble and stone, is the most photographed monument in Izmir.

Discover Ancient Smyrna
Ancient Smyrna was built by the Greeks and ruined by an earthquake in 178 AD. Only a few ancient ruins are left, such as Roman Agora and the Kadifekale Castle- one of the best preserved Agora and has been added to the list of potential world heritage sites. Visitors can find ancient Greek and Roman marketplace ruins at the Agora. The statue of Ataturk can be seen from the Kadifekale Castle.

Shop & eat in Alsancak
Alsancak is the centre of culture and entertainment, located in the heart of the city. Known for its food, nightlife, entertainment and buzzing atmosphere, you'll find some fantastic restaurants, bars, shops and nightclubs here. Sample delicious local dishes and enjoy attractive entertainment that fills its streets

Thermal pools of Pamukkale
Pamukkale means "Cotton Castle" in Turkish and is a natural site in southwest Turkey. The magical destination is about 230 km from Izmir, and you can easily reach it by tour bus, train or rental car. Pamukkale is an incredible sight, known for its thermal pools nestled within thick layers of white Limestone, which sparkles like white cotton. The Travertine Terraces were naturally formed by mineral-rich thermal water, which trickled down from 17 hot springs in the nearby mountains. To enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets from the natural pool, you must visit the thermal pools two hours before sunset.

Visit the Holy City
An ancient city-Hieropolis or Holy City, lies behind Pamukkale and stretches for about 2.7km. Hieropolis was declared a UNESCO Heritage Site in 1988, and you can see it from the city of Denizli, which is 20 km away from Hieropolis. You can also explore the Hieropolis archaeology museums, ancient theatre, main street and many other Roman ruins.

Visit Kemaralti Bazaar
The bazaar has a vibrant and lively atmosphere and lies beside Konak Square. The Kemaralti Bazar is a historic market with many traditional shops and cafes where you can try delicious food and collect traditional and modern Turkish souvenirs. Kemeralti Bazaar delivers classic Turkish cuisine and is a fantastic market for handmade crafts or new outfits. Various vendors sell fruits and vegetables, spices, clothes, carpets, pottery and other curiosities.

Day trip to Ephesus
Ephesus was a city in Ancient Greece, built by Greeks and was lived in by Romans. The city is one of the world's ancient wonders and was famous for the nearby Temple of Artemis. A few highlights of Ephesus are:

• The famous Library of Celsus is in Ephesus, initially built in 125 CE, containing 12,000 scrolls.
• The Ephesus Amphitheater once had a seating capacity of 25,000, making it the most extensive in the ancient world.
• Terrace houses of Ephesus, or 'the houses of the rich,' are the luxury villas of Romans. They are the best-preserved examples of Roman architecture, with beautiful frescoes, mosaics and intricate heating systems.
• The Temple of Artemis, located on the western coast of Modern Turkey, was built in the 6th century. Temple was among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, dedicated to the goddess Artemis.