Explore Izmir
Due to the wars that took place in antiquity, the city if Izmir, found on Turkey,s Aegean coast, is known for it,s Roman and Greek architecture such as the Roman Agora of Smyrna and the hilltop Kadifekale or Velvet Castle that was built during the reign of Alexander the Great.In antiquity, Izmir was known as Smyrna.
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Language Spoken
Currency & Time Zone
Cuisine
Meals
Inexpensive Restaurant Meal 25 TRY, Mid-range Restaurant 100 TRY, Combo Meal 25 TRYDrinks
Coke/Pepsi 2,50 - 8 TRY, Water 1 - 3 TRY, Espresso 5,60 - 11 Try, Gin 77 TRY, Whisky 113 TRY, Vodka 76 TRY, Beer 10 - 25 TRY
Transportation
Taxis
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 4 TRY, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 3,70 TRY, Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 40 TRYGeneral Transport
Public ferries are fast, the public bus system is extensive and buses can be found all through the city, the many taxis here ask fair prices and there is also a metro line available to and from Konrak Square.The Izban train line covers most of the city,s centre and a public bicycle sharing scheme is also in place for use by anyone.Things to do in Izmir
The Agora in Izmir,s centre dates back millenia, if you want to see where the Romans or the Greeks set up their markets, this is the place.Another old site is the old Roman city of Ephesus, once a destinations filled with diversity, it is most well-known for preseving 12 000 scrolls, feel free to take a look whenever possible.There,s also the Pergamon Acropolis, home to the Pergamon Altar, an impressive structure that still stands even after 2 000 years.
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
(Turkey) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to Turkey:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Typhoid
- Rabies
- Anthrax and Polio.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to Turkey: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
- TDAP (Tetanus
- Diphtheria & Pertussis)
- Chickenpox
- Shingles
- Pneumonia
- Influenza and Meningitis.
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- (Turkey) Sunblock and Hat
- Anti-Theft Backpack
- Modest Clothes
- Swimsuit
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera gear
- Adapter for Turkey
- Sarong / scarf or something similar and a First Aid Kit.
