Izmir
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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.
Charts
- BA
- 1645 Nísos Khíos and Izmir Körfezi
- NIMA
- 54380 Tuzla Burnu to Samos including Adjacent Islands
- Turkey
- 2212 İzmir Limanı
Weather
Izmir enjoys a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers, which is probably why the street life is so lively.
See Turkey.
Passages
See Aegean Sea.
Islands
- Uzunada at the entrance of İzmir Bay is occupied with Naval Military Base. No civilian 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.
Communication
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Go to SE through the Mordogan Passage. Leave Uzunada lighthouse at your starboard. 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 starboard buoys at the Yenikale Passage, head to E.
There is a NATO nautical base located at the Bay of Izmir, military exercises are not uncommon there, so care should be taken when navigating there or making a cross to Foça -- keep your VHF on at the 16th channel. Also watch for Coast Guards navigating there.
Entrance
Port police [[Izmir#Port police|Port police]] 38°25.374'N, 027°07.722'E , and customs are on the pier. For procedures see Turkey.
Berthing
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.
Ports
Yeni Liman
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.
- EAYK (Agean Offshore Yachting Club), located in Teos-Siğacik Marina, Sigacik.
Anchorages
Karaburun
Saip Alti
Mordogan
Urla İskele
Amenities
| Facilities | |
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| Water | In Levent Marina |
| Electricity | In Levent Marina |
| Toilets | ? |
| Showers | ? |
| Laundry | Ask to marina office |
| Garbage | Ask to marina office. No setup to empty holding tanks in the marina |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | In Levent Marina |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | header |
| Services | Repairs |
| Shipyard near Levent Marina | Internet |
| Wi-Fi is available | Mobile connectivity |
| 3G is available | Vehicle rentals |
| There are many car rental services in Izmir | |
Provisioning
Big super markets and shoping malls close to Levent Marina.
Eating out
Restaurants, coffe shops, bars and more in Levent Marina.
Transportation
Metro starts from Adnan Menderes Airport and stops at many important spots. Bus and taxis available all around the city.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
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.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
References
See Turkey.
Comments
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- I have been to Izmir several time but never with my boat. --Istioploos
22:04, 29 February 2012 (GMT)
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Date of member's last visit to Izmir and this page's details validated:
- June 2011 --Vadp
- Last visited in Sept 2011- Volkangorciz
22:19, 7 April 2012 (BST)
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