Hidden Beauties of Izmir
Izmir attracts attention not only with its historical and touristic places, but also with its mysterious, romantic and hidden beauties. Here are the places to visit, discover and have a mysterious atmosphere in Izmir:
Located about an hour away from Izmir, Şirince is famous for its historical atmosphere, stone houses and narrow streets. The village's wine estates and boutique hotels offer visitors a tranquil escape.
Known as the pearl of the Aegean, Foça stands out with its historical ruins, fishing ports and authentic atmosphere. Foça Islands have a romantic atmosphere with their beaches and scenery.
Karaburun Peninsula, located in the east of Izmir, is known for its quiet bays, natural beaches and olive groves. You can enjoy the sea in the hidden bays here and have a holiday surrounded by nature.
Located approximately 2 hours west of the city center, Birgi is known for its historical mansions, calm atmosphere and stone streets. In Birgi, you can see architectural works from the Ottoman period and try local delicacies.
This natural park, located approximately 1.5 hours away from Izmir, has interesting rock formations. Rock formations in different forms offer an impressive place for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.
Dikili's beautiful beaches and Bademli Village stand out with their tranquility and natural beauty. You can take nature walks, relax on the beaches and explore the historical texture of the village.
Lavender fields offer a magnificent view, especially in spring and summer. You can walk in the lavender fields in Urla and discover these natural beauties.
This cave near Selçuk hosts the legendary story of the Seven Sleepers. The cave offers a mystical atmosphere.
Seferihisar, which has the title of Turkey's first Cittaslow (Calm City), is known for its natural beauties, historical texture and calm atmosphere. The city center, coastal towns and ancient settlements have beauties to be discovered.
The natural beauties of the Gümüldür coast and the Menderes Delta National Park are a great destination for bird watchers and nature lovers.
By visiting these mysterious, romantic and natural beauties in Izmir, you can have the opportunity to discover not only the touristic places of the city but also its natural and mystical atmosphere.Şirince Village
Located about an hour away from Izmir, Şirince is famous for its historical atmosphere, stone houses and narrow streets. The village's wine estates and boutique hotels offer visitors a tranquil escape.
Foça
Known as the pearl of the Aegean, Foça stands out with its historical ruins, fishing ports and authentic atmosphere. Foça Islands have a romantic atmosphere with their beaches and scenery.
Karaburun Peninsula
Karaburun Peninsula, located in the east of Izmir, is known for its quiet bays, natural beaches and olive groves. You can enjoy the sea in the hidden bays here and have a holiday surrounded by nature.
Birgi
Located approximately 2 hours west of the city center, Birgi is known for its historical mansions, calm atmosphere and stone streets. In Birgi, you can see architectural works from the Ottoman period and try local delicacies.
Ballı Kayalar Natural Park
This natural park, located approximately 1.5 hours away from Izmir, has interesting rock formations. Rock formations in different forms offer an impressive place for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.
Dikili Beach and Bademli Village
Dikili's beautiful beaches and Bademli Village stand out with their tranquility and natural beauty. You can take nature walks, relax on the beaches and explore the historical texture of the village.
Urla Lavender Fields
Lavender fields offer a magnificent view, especially in spring and summer. You can walk in the lavender fields in Urla and discover these natural beauties.
Selçuk Seven Sleepers Cave
This cave near Selçuk hosts the legendary story of the Seven Sleepers. The cave offers a mystical atmosphere.
Seferihisar
Seferihisar, which has the title of Turkey's first Cittaslow (Calm City), is known for its natural beauties, historical texture and calm atmosphere. The city center, coastal towns and ancient settlements have beauties to be discovered.
Gümüldür Coast and Menderes Delta National Park
The natural beauties of the Gümüldür coast and the Menderes Delta National Park are a great destination for bird watchers and nature lovers.
