Izmir
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Izmir (Port of entry)
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Izmir or Smyrna is the third largest City in Turkey and the second largest sea port, with a population of 3.95 million (2010). Following the Turkish revolutionary war, much of the city needed to be rebuilt; as a result the city today is an interesting mixture of modern high rise buildings with wide tree lined boulevards. There are still many traditional houses and chateaux hidden away to discover through.
A visit to Izmir cannot be complete without spending a few hours wandering round the Market Area of Kemer Alti. This is a bustling Bazaar where literally anything can be purchased. It is a confusing warren of small allies, dead ends, connecting squares, shopping centers, offices, workshops, cinemas, mosques and just about anything else you can think of, there is even a renovated Kervan Saray hidden in there. You are pretty much guaranteed to lose your way, but don't panic you will find your way out eventually.
The Culture Park in the Alsancak district hosts the annual Izmir International Fair, held every year in september. The rest of the year many other fairs and expos take place also. In addition to serving the commercial needs of the city, the Culture Park provides a relaxing green area in the middle of the city for the residents to lay back, drink tea, play backgammon and smoke a "hubbly bubbly pipe" (Nargile) or even exercise on the running track.
The city of Izmir itself does not possess any beaches; however a short journey to the north, east or south of the city will take you to either bustling tourist resorts, or quiet secluded peaceful beaches.
The region has been inhabited since 3000 AD so the area is rich in historical sites. These can be found within the city (Kadifekale - Bayrakli) but also within a short drive you can find Ephesus, Pergamon, Sardis, Teos and many more places to explore.
Last visited in Sept 2011- Volkangorciz 22:19, 7 April 2012 (BST)
Charts
- BA
- 1645 Nísos Khíos and Izmir Körfezi
- NIMA
- 54380 Tuzla Burnu to Samos including Adjacent Islands
- Turkey
- 2212 İzmir Limanı
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets.
Local Weather
Izmir enjoys a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers, which is probably why the street life is so lively.
See Turkey.
Go to the SE through the Mordogan Passage. Leave Uzun Ada lighthouse to your starport. Pass between the double depth buoys located at the south of Pelikan Shallow.Try to stay close to the shore at S and head to the Yenikale Passage. Pass between the port and starport buoys at the Yenikale Passage, head to E.
Check-in facilities
Levent Marina is 3 nm. away from the Yenikale Passage to the E and then S. New marinas planned to be build at Konak Pier and Karşıyaka. Port police, and customs are on the pier at N38 25.374 E27 07.722
Offshore Islands and Groups
- Uzunada at the entrance of İzmir Bay is occupied with Naval Military Base. No civlian visitors accepted to the island.
- Hekim Adası at SE of Uzunada.
- Körtaş, Akça, İncirli, Pirnalli islands are called Çiçek Adaları at S of Hekim Adası.
- Karantina Adası has an artificial link to Urla Pier.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Levent Marina is 3 nm. away from the Yenikale Passage to the E and then S.
- New marinas planned to be build at Konak Pier and Karşıyaka.
Anchorages
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Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
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Repairs/Yards
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
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- Water
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- Electricity
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Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
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Grocery & Supply Stores
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
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Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
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Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
Routes/Passages To/From
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Cruiser's Friends
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Forum Discussions
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External Links
References & Publications
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Personal Notes
- I have been to Izmir several time but never with my boat. --Istioploos 22:04, 29 February 2012 (GMT)
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