As Turkey’s second-largest port, the city attracts university students from around the world and is a hub of education and culture, where professionals, scientists, artists, and business leaders thrive.
Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Aegean coast and encircled by mountains, İzmir is a vibrant commercial center of contemporary glass-fronted buildings and modern shopping centers, dotted with old red-tiled roofs, mosques, churches, and an 18th century market.
İzmir’s history is varied, with its landscape and culture influenced by Persian, Greek, Assyrian, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman civilizations. Its rich and vibrant atmosphere make İzmir a special and desirable destination.
