Konak
Konak is a district of Izmir province in Turkey. It is bordered by the Gulf of Izmir to the north, Bayraklı to the northeast, Bornova to the east, Buca and Karabağlar to the south, and Balçova to the west.
It is characterized by monuments from antiquity, monuments from the Ottoman period, but mostly monuments from the Republican period. Konak is the cultural, artistic and entertainment center of Izmir and is frequented by all local and foreign tourists. Especially Kemeraltı Bazaar contributes significantly to the economy of the district and the promotion of Izmir. The Roman ruins of the ancient city of Smyrna, Agora, also located in Konak district, are open to tourists. Konak is also famous for its Konak Ferry Pier and Konak Square, which provide sea connections with the other piers of Izmir, especially Karşıyaka. The Konak coastal road and hiking trails are crowded with Izmir residents, especially on weekends.
Konak is the administrative, artistic, cultural and commercial center of Izmir. It is also a well-established tourist attraction.
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