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Kusadasi History

May 19, 2008 – 7:27 pm
The first settlements around Kusadasi where inhabited by the Lelegians and Carians who came from the Central Anatolia in the 3000BC, they populated on the skirts of Pilav Mountain and founded Ania and Melia. In the 10th century BC other settlements were established around Kusadasi, Phygale, Marethesion and Neopolis. In 546BC Persians captured the city and dominated the region until the conquest of Alexander the Great. Centuries later, the region was dominated by the Romans and Byzantines and finally fell under the Turkish power. During the Byzantine period the city was used as an important trade port, mostly used by Venetians and Genoese who called the city as ?Scala Nova?. In 1186 A.C. the city was added to the Turkish domination with the invasion of the region by Kilic Aslan II and during this period, Kusadasi has become the export-gate of the caravan-routes to the Aegean. After the Turkish state was ...

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Weather in Izmir

May 19, 2008 – 7:25 pm
The climate is mild and in the summer the constant and refreshing sea breezes temper the sun's heat.

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Best of Izmir

May 19, 2008 – 7:24 pm
Archaeology Museum The Archaeological Museum of Izmir (Arkeoloji Müzesi) close to Konak Square, exhibits an impressive collection of ancient and Roman artifacts recovered from area excavations, including Bergama, Iasos, Bayrakli, and Agora. The exhibition is arranged in different floors and halls. The First Floor This floor features the statues of Demeter, Poseidon, Artemis which were found in Agora, embellished ceiling coatings belonging to Belevi Mausoleum and some architectural pieces coming from antique cities Larissa, Claros, Didyma. In the interior section of the hall, marble statues like the marble statue of river god Kaistros found in Ephesus are exhibited. The Second Floor In this floor are exhibited marble sculptures, marble busts, sculptures heads and portraits. The Korean sculpture found in Erythrai, is one of the first examples of large marble sculptures from the Ancient Age. It is located in the entrance of the Salon, next to the Bronze Athlete Sculpture that was found in Kyma. The Third ...

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Getting Around izmir

May 19, 2008 – 7:21 pm
Izmir has a well developed transportation network with national and international highways, railways, and airways and maritime lines. Public transport is operated by the Municipality and its red buses that can be taken from anywhere; simply show up at the bus station (?otogar?) and announce your destination to the driver. The fares are low but if long stays it is recommended to get a ?Kent Kart? (City card); it is more reasonable than direct pays. Kent Karts are available in the bus ticket offices or at some shops. There are available boat/ferry services provided by the Municipality. The passenger boats cover the routes of: Konak-Karsiyaka-Konak, Konak-Bostanli-Konak, Konak-Bayrakli-Konak, Goztepe-Karsiyaka-Goztepe and the ferry boats, for cars and passengers, Uckuyular-Bostanli-Uckuyular. Metro System around the city covers the principal districts and suburbs, with approximately 11 km. long and with 10 stations. The end stations are Bornova and Uckuyular. The Municipality of Izmir is extending the metro ...

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Getting to Izmir

May 19, 2008 – 7:20 pm
Izmir is very accessible by rail, boat and flight. By Rail Izmir is well served by rail with regular intercity service from Istanbul and Ankara. It counts with two railway stations: Basmane in the city centre that is the major terminal for intercity trains, and Alsancak in the north that is mainly a commuter and local route. The intercity services to Ankara take a journey between 13-14 hours. Trains for Istanbul connect with a ferry at Bandirma. Basmane Station Tel: (0232) 484-8638 Alsancak StationTel: (0232) 458-3131 By Sea By the sea there is a weekly ferry from Istanbul to Izmir, the journey takes around 19 hours. All ferries dock at the Alsancak Ferry Terminal, 2km north of the city centre. Alsansak Yeni Liman (terminal) Tel: + 90(0232) 464 8864 / 89. Fax: 464 7834. By Air Izmir is well connected with Istanbul, Ankara and Antalya with several daily flights, as well as also there are regular flights from ...

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Izmir History

May 19, 2008 – 7:18 pm
Izmir's history dates back to 3000 B.C. according to archaeological studies carried out in 1948 by the British Archaeological Institute of Athens and, after 1960, by the Turkish Historical Association under Prof. Ekrem Akurgal that showed that originally Izmir was known as Smyrna and founded in an older city in the Tepekule site where today is located Bayrakli by the Trojans. Smyrna was captured and destroyed by the Lydian King Alyattes in 600BC, later it was reconstructed and restores. Following the Lydians were defeated by Persians during the 7th century. During the reign of the Persians the Greek and Persian cultures interacted, there are still remains of monuments in Greco-Persian style. In 334 B.C. Alexander the Great conquered Smyrna and built the city on the Pagos Hills now Kadifekale. During this period the Hellenic civilisation began to take root in Anatolia. During the Hellenic period the cities of the Aegean region ...

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City of Izmir

May 19, 2008 – 7:16 pm
The city of Izmir is located in the Aegean region in western turkey, at the gulf with the same name Izmir. Called as ?the Peal of the Aegean?, is the third largest city and one of the most important commercial and industrial centre in the country. Izmir is also the second largest Turkish sea port. Studies and excavations prove that Izmir dates back to 3000 B.C. During the ancient times Izmir was known as Smyrna and was initially built on the Tepekule site today as Bayrakli. Later, in the Turkish era the city of Smyrna was re-named Izmir. Today the city presents Mediterranean Europe influence contrasting the modern buildings with its traditional character. Around the city there are many historical sites from prehistoric times, works and buildings, museums, typical Mediterranean kitchen, handicrafts, festivals, festivities, and other local cultural specialties. Izmir is a prominent city for all that has to offer. It is ...

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Weather in Ankara

May 19, 2008 – 7:15 pm
The Ankara`s weather is hot and dry on summers, spirng and autumm are generally mild, but during both seasons sudden hot and cold spells frecuently occur in the region.

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Best of Ankara

May 19, 2008 – 7:13 pm
Ataturk Mausoleum The Ataturk Mausoleum or Antibakir is the place where the rests of the founder of the Republic of Turkey, Kemal Ataturk, are resting. The Mausoleum is located on the Anit Tepesi, beyond the railroad station, about 2.5km/1.5mi southwest of Ulus Meydani. The Mausoleum was designed by Prof. Emin Onat in association with Prof. Orhan Arda, its construction took about 10 years and completed in 1953. The building is a notable example of modern Turkish architecture, and bears lively collection of memorabilia from Ataturk's life and work, private library, documents, stamps, coins, books and cars. Ataturk?s body was buried in the Mausoleum on November 10 1953, in a great ceremony. The Mausoleum features a large area known as Mausoleum Hill. Gardens and parks surround the building, which is reached by special roads. Leading to the Mausoleum is Lion Road, bordered on either side by 24 lion statues. To the right of the ...

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Getting Around Ankara

May 19, 2008 – 7:11 pm
Ankara's public transportation system is well developed, cheap and easy to use. Among the alternatives the city is well served by the Municipality buses, public buses, dolmus, taxi and subway. By Bus (Otobüs) The bus service is provided by two companies. One operated by the Municipality called Belediye Otobüsü, the buses are either blue or red colorized and dark blue stripped. They use electronic tickets, and that is why one has to buy the ticket in advance. The tickets are sold in the ticket kiosk (bufe). The second company is privately run Halk Otobüsü, which are blue or green. These buses just accept cash. There are also green double-decker buses operated privately, that as the second company just accept cash. Underground (Metro-Hafif Metro) Ankara has two types of metro lines serving the city. Ankaray, that is a light metro, and Metro. Both of them are very comfortable, clean and fast. Ankaray (light metro), runs from ...

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