When it comes to "historical market" in Turkey, the first place that comes to mind is the Grand Bazaar, and the second is the Spice Bazaar. Let me introduce you to the third one: Kemeraltı Bazaar...
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| The Clock Tower & Konak Mosque |
Kemeraltı Name and Meaning
The word "Kemer" in Turkish has more than one meaning. The first meaning is belt, the second is arch as an architectural term. Alt means bottom, but this word also has many meanings. Kemeraltı, on the other hand, has the meaning of being near the arch.
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| Entrance |
Kemeraltı's history dates back to the 1650s. In fact, it was formed gradually over time, with the filling of the sea. Kadifekale, which dates back to the ancient period, is about four kilometers from the bird's flight. Again, the Agora from the ancient period is located right next to Kemeraltı. There are waterways and old arches between Kadifekale and Agora. The name and meaning of this historical bazaar...
What can you find in Kemeraltı?
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| Turkish Delights and Candies |
It is possible to change this question as follows:
What can you not find in Kemeraltı?
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| Affordable Textile Products |
There is everything you can think of. I couldn't take many photos because my hands were full, and I deleted a few of them because they weren't pretty. From bridal shops to shoemakers, from glassware to drapers, from fish stalls to technological products... I must add that there are restaurants for every palate. Doner, kebab, pastry and more...
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| Various Spices and Nuts |
Historical Places in Kemeraltı
Konak (Atatürk) Square is the place I recommend you to start the tour. İzmir Clock Tower, built in 1901, is the symbol of Izmir. Right next to it is Konak Mosque, the construction of which was completed in the 1770s. Hasan Tahsin First Bullet Monument is located on the sea side of the square.
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| The Inn |
The Kızlarağası Hanı is an inn built in the mid-1700s. It is one of the rare structures in Izmir that has survived from the Ottoman period. There are usually silver shops, souvenir shops inside. While visiting the inn, you will realize that it is in a pleasant environment with the scent of incense.
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| Kızlarağası Inn |
You will see a reed bed on the sea-facing side of Kemeraltı. It is forbidden to enter. I don't know why, but there is no excavation here. An 1800-year-old Roman bath...
Hisar Mosque, dating from the late 1500s, will be the first priority I think. In addition, Salepçioğlu Mosque and Kestanepazarı Mosque are also popular places. The 17th century Senora Synagogue and Shalom Synagogue are two other important sites in the region.
Where is Kemeraltı? And how to go to Kemeraltı?
Kemeraltı Bazaar is located in the central district (Konak) of İzmir. We can say that it is literally in the center of İzmir. Depending on where you are coming from, the transportation situation will vary. On the other hand, my suggestion is that you start your tour by entering from the bay side...
İzmir Airport Transportation Guide
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| Konak Tram |
- Konak Tram works between Fahrettin Altay and Halkapınar. If you come by tram, you should get off at Konak Iskele stop.
- If you are coming by metro running between Bornova and Fahrettin Altay, you can get off at Konak stop.
- The most ideal option for those coming from Karşıyaka or Bostanlı would be the ferryboat. There are frequent ferry services to Konak.
Kemeraltı is a famous tourist destination of Turkey. At this market, there is a wide variety of products from candy to handicrafts, all of which are very attractive and beautiful. I really like this place
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