Top Things to do in Izmir
Things to do in Izmir, Turkish Aegean Coast: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Izmir, Turkey including Usakizade Kosku, Saat Kulesi (Clock Tower), Hisar Mosque, Tarihi Asansor, Kordonboyu, Trajan Fountain, Hercules Gate, Birgi Cakiraga Mansion, Basilica of St. Jonh, Fatih Cinili Cami.
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1. Usakizade Kosku
2. Saat Kulesi (Clock Tower)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,570 reviews
This elegant monument which was built in 1901, decorates Konak Square and has become the symbol of the city of Izmir.
Reviewed By TugO_11 - London, United Kingdom
This clock a present by the German leader Wilhelm at the time as a present to Abdulhamit han to commemorate his first year in reign. This being, a gift from German Emperor Wilhelm II who reigned 1888–1918. showing great respect to Abdulhamit Han showing respect, decorated in an elaborate Ottoman architecture style. The Izmir Clock Tower is a clock tower located at the Konak Meydani in the Konak district of İzmir, Turkey. From what I learned, The Izmir clock tower was designed by Levantine French architect Raymond Charles Père and built in 1901 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Abdülhamid II's accession to the throne
3. Hisar Mosque
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 182 reviews
This 16th-century mosque is the largest and oldest in Izmir. Of note are the interior decorations, pulpit and altar.
Reviewed By RebeccaTravels33
Right at the center of the market is this imposing mosque, beautifully decorated. For anyone strolling passed the stalls and shops, this should be a stop.
4. Tarihi Asansor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,175 reviews
Reviewed By ezgi_13 - Gaziantep, Turkey
One of the historical places of İzmir,Asansör tower has been built in the year 1907 by a jewish philantropist,Nesim Levi Bayraklıoğlu to render the difficulty for the elders,children and pregnant woman to climb the stairs due to the altitude difference between Mithatpaşa street and Halil Rıfat Quarter.When you come here,you should watch magnificent view.And free entrance to the elevator.
5. Kordonboyu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,402 reviews
Reviewed By shanepen_ - London, United Kingdom
With the redness of the sunset, it takes man to other worlds. Especially if the sunset is from the sea, you will feel the fire that covers you. It was the most beautiful sunset I could watch in my life!
6. Trajan Fountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
The Trajan fountain is the main and most beautiful edifice along the Curetes main street (not counting the library which is at its end). It's located at the middle of it, just across the wealthy hill side Terrace houses for the rich. The fountain named after the great Roman Emperor supplied water for the city and dates back to 2nd c when the city was at its peak. It's one of the restored sites in Ephesus to be conserved and admired for future generations.
7. Hercules Gate
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By hrs314 - Houston, United States
Heracles Gate separates uptown from downtown in the ancient Roman city in Ephesus. The two existing pillars feature Hercules. Archeologists think that the pillars may have been brought from other structures in the 4th century. It was common for building materials to have been recycled from other structures. The gate may have been placed to limit vehicular traffic down Curettes Road. The gate gets its name from Hercules who is shown on the pillars. Hercules is considered to be the greatest of the Greek heroes. The sculpture of the winged goddess Nike is believed to have originally come from this site as well.
8. Birgi Cakiraga Mansion
9. Basilica of St. Jonh
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 272 reviews
Reviewed By gnd68
When you in the area then you have to visit it. Here was St. Johns grave , but after the first WW the Italian solders took all reaming's to Italy (they stole it in my opinion). Now you can just see where he was buried, hope one day Italy will give it back.
