Welcome to Izmir
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“The beautiful city,” as it is known in Turkey, Izmir welcomes the visitor with a demonstration of warmth and friendliness worthy of the renowned Turkish hospitality. A city of contrasts, Izmir offers the visitor the best of both the modern and ancient worlds steeped in history, while at the same time, a cosmopolitan and vibrant city. With warm summers and mild winters, Izmir is a year-round destination.
Facts
| Population | 2,8 million |
| Currency | Turkish Lira, TL1 = 100 kuruş |
| Opening hours | 8:30am–5:30pm for most government/office based businesses Shops from 9am–8pm |
| Website | www.goturkey.com |
| Emergency numbers | Police: 155 Emergency: 112 |
| Tourist information | Adnan Menderes Airport Tel: +90 232 274 2214, +90 232 274 2110 Opening hours: daily Nov-Mar 8 am-5 pm. April-Oct 8:30 am-8:30 pm Buyuk Efes Hotel Address: Gaziospanpasa Bulvari Tel: +90 232 445 7390 Opening hours: May-Oct daily 8:30 am-5:30 pm. Nov-Apr, Mon-Sat 9 am-5 pm Central Bureau Address: 1344 Sok 2, Passaport district Tel: +90 232 483 5117 Opening hours Jun-Oct daily 8:30 am-7 pm. Nov-May, Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5:30 pm |
