Izmir

The city of Izmir and Surroundings

Izmir is the third biggest city in Turkey with a population of around 2.5 million, the second biggest port after Istanbul, and a good transport hub. Once the ancient city of Smyrna, it is now a modern, developed, and busy commercial center, set around a huge bay and surrounded by mountains and was. The broad boulevards, glass-fronted buildings and modern shopping centers are dotted with traditional red-tiled roofs, the 18th century market, and old mosques and churches, although the city has an atmosphere more of Mediterranean Europe than traditional Turkey.

If one were to claim that the most scenic vistas in Anatolia can be found on the coasts of the Aegean, he could not be accused of exaggerating. In the words of Herodotus, the Aegean coasts "have the most beautiful sky and the best climate in the world." The bays and peninsulas, coves and golden beaches stretch the length of these beautiful shores. In this region where the countless events of mythology took place, at almost every turn, you will encounter the theaters, temples and agoras of ancient cities such as Bodrum, Fethiye, Marmaris, Kusadasi, Seljuk, Bergama, Focal, Cesme and Pamukkale.

The climate in Izmir is comfortable, with a relatively mild summer due to the refreshing breeze from the Aegean. The long attractive palm-fringed promenade, Birinci Kordon, which stretches the entire length of the city up to the Alsancak Ferry Terminal, is a popular spot for evening walks, and there are many cafes along the waterfront. Izmir has a good selection of culture and entertainment, from the Archaeological and Ethnographic Museums, to the Izmir State Opera and Ballet and Izmir State Symphony Orchestra, to the many bars and clubs. The cosmopolitan and lively city gets even busier during the International Izmir Festival (mid-June to mid-July) with music and dance, with performances also in nearby Cesme and Ephesus.

For more information please visit: www.izmirturizm.gov.tr

IUE in Brief

The vision of the Izmir University of Economics is to be a higher education institute providing world-class education, training and research facilities for the students to be able to deliver high quality services to national and international communities and to display life-long leadership qualities.

IUE offers an extensive variety of academic units and departments, following the latest trends in business, politics, social sciences, fine arts, technology and quantitative studies. The first academic year of the university has started in 2001. At present, about 3600 students are enrolled in our programs. IUE keeps growing with new departments being added each year, in order to meet the high demands of prospective students.

The medium of instruction at IUE is English. Freshmen students of all departments receive notebook computers at registration and social clubs are being formed as part of the extracurricular activities. Many other support services are provided for the students and the faculty such as career planning, research centers and project opportunities.

Arriving at IUE & transportation

Izmir University of Economics is located in the Balcova-Teleferik district. Because the campus in near the city center, easy access to university is provided by municipal buses from any district of the city.

To get to IUE:

By Air:

The closest airport to Izmir is Adnan Menderes Airport. You can take the HAVAS Bus to Alsancak to get to the city center directly. To get to the campus from the city center, you may either take a taxi or local bus (no.s 169 & 269) Please remember to bring YTL with you, or use the exchange office at the airport.

By Taxi:

You may take the private taxis from the airport. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes and the fare is around 30 €. Please be aware that the driver should turn on the taximeter before take off. There is a 50% increase in taxi fares between midnight and 6:00 a.m.

By Bus:

The following buses operate between the campus and the different districts of the city. Tickets for buses can be purchased on board or from local kiosks.

Bus no: District:
169 / 269: Halkapinar Metro-Alsancak – Balcova
270: Balcova – Tinaztepe
86: Metro-Ucyol-Balcova
586: Ucyol - Balcova
519: Balcova - Gaziemir
605: Balcova - Ayakkabicilar

By Dolmush:

Dolmush is a transportation vehicle that resembles a mini-bus. The name comes from the term meaning “full” in Turkish since it starts its journey as soon as the vehicle is fully occupied. They operate between Uckuyular and Balcova, Hatay and Balcova, and in some other districts.

By boat:

The ones coming from Karsiyaka can take the ferry going from Bostanli to Inciralti, which takes about 30 minutes. Then, by taking the bus numbered 480 or by dolmush, you can reach the campus.

Also, there are boats operating between Karsiyaka-Konak, Karsiyaka-Alsancak, and Karsiyaka-Guzelyali.

By Metro :

IZMIR MAP

BALCOVA MAP