If you’re considering a holiday that allows you to combine beautiful beaches, rich cultu- ral heritage and unforgettable events, Izmir and the surroun- ding area represent the perfe- ct destination. Land directly in this picturesque Aegean coa- stal city and allow yourself to be enchanted by the aromas of spices and fresh seafood, the sounds of traditional mu- sic, and views of the endless blue sea... This city resembles any other modern Turkish metropolis at first glance. The country’s third largest city after Ankara and Istanbul, it has double the po- pulation of Belgrade. If you co- uld turn back the clock more than a century, you’d see weal- thy families strolling Izmir's fa- mous promenade, dressed in the latest Parisian fashions. Or
go all the way back to the le- gend of Alexander the Great, who was told in a dream, whi- le sleeping on the slopes of the nearby Mount Pagos, to build a city on that very spot. Beaches and natural beauty spots Your first adventure leads you to the beaches of nearby
towns, such as Çeşme, Alaçatı, and Urla. Çeşme, located just an hour’s drive from Izmir, is known for its turquoise waters and sand beaches. Its Ilica Be- ach, which extends over seve- ral kilometres, is a particular- ly attractive destination that’s perfect for family excursions, water sports and relaxing un- der the summer sun. In con-
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