Written by shaunandtrish on July 29, 2004
- I spent less than a week here and worked till at least 7:30pm each night, so my appraisal of the Konak area of Izmir is always going to be limited, so I apologise in advance...
Written by linet on January 25, 2004
- If you walk to the sea from the clock tower, you will see the dock where the ships leave to Karsiyaka ("the other side" is the direct translation). It is a pleasant half hour journey...
Written by linet on January 25, 2004
- The absolute centre of Izmir is the clock tower, which was built in 1901. The clock itself was a present to the Sultan from German Emperor Wilhelm II. The tiny mosque behind is named 'Ingiliz...
Written by shaunandtrish on July 18, 2004
- Just a short journal to bring a couple of things to the attention of future users.
1. The entry visa: You need a 30 day tourist visa for entry into Turkey. What that means...
Written by linet on January 25, 2004
- Leaving the pier behind, walk along the sea. There are many pubs, restaurants, and other entertainment establishments. There are also upmarket shops such as Vakko (clothing), D&R (media), and many others....
Written by linet on January 25, 2004
- If you walk a kilometer or two to the south west of Izmir, following the coast road, you will end up in Mithatpasa. It’s another location where the Jewish preferred to live in the last...
Izmir
Tourism and Travel Guide