Konak

Izmir's historic and civic core, anchored by the Clock Tower, the labyrinthine Kemeraltı bazaar and the Eiffel-built Konak Pier.

Updated May 22, 202610 min read

About Konak

Konak is where Izmir began: the iconic 1901 İzmir Saat Kulesi on Konak Square, the sprawling Kemeraltı bazaar with its Ottoman hans, the waterfront Konak Pier, and the historic Asansör elevator linking the Karataş seafront to its clifftop. It is the city's pedestrian, transit and municipal hub. The district blends municipal life, market bustle and pockets of authentic older housing. Entry prices undercut Alsancak, demand is domestic and steady, and the area rewards buyers who value heritage character and central transport over polished new-build amenities, with nominal lira gains far outrunning flat USD values.

Location

Konak in Izmir, Izmir Province, Türkiye (Turkey)

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