A magical place where Eastern tradition meets modern life! Izmir, the third largest city in Turkey, dazzles through its Mediterranean joy of living. Under a very pleasant climate, the city rises up in terraces on the slopes of the surrounding hills. Sit down in one of the numerous outdoor cafés and become soaked in the vibrant colours, the subtle scents, the animated discussions and the dazzling lights which make up this city.
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From the fortress of Kadifekale which overhangs Izmir, a stunning view over the bay opens up. This deep inlet of clear waters, today lined with modern buildings, protects the city and its port, the source of its age-old wealth. The high district of the city enclaves the beautiful Corinthian portico of Agora, the commercial centre of Izmir since the Roman era.
On adventuring into the winding streets, the stalls of the bazaar dealers remind you that you are in the East, in the ancient city of Smyra, which is geographically closer to Greece thn to its national capital. Close to Alsancak, where the streets are numbered, former Ottoman houses with their closed balconies have been transformed into cafés and restaurants with a bohemian chic atmosphere and which are particularly popular with students who attend the four universities. Izmir has preserved a Western lifestyle and one of the highest levels of education in the country.
The people are open-minded and likeable, beautiful beaches are located only a stone's throw away, the gastronomy turns out to be exceptional, the nightlife is lively and art is very present. The long and eventful history, marked by several peoples, has left treasures in the former jewel of the Ottoman Empire which are to be discovered bit by bit, in the style of this city which invites for the simple pleasure of experiencing magic moments.
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