Izmir Collection (page 9)

ruins of Commercial Agora in Ephesus. Commercial Agora stands between the Celsus library and The Great Theater next to the Marble street

Trajan Fountain in Ephesus
Trajan Fountain at the right side of Kurets Street, built between 201-114 AD is one of the finest monuments in Ephesus. It was constructed for the honor of Emperor Trajan

A close up cropped low angle view of the Library of Celsus at the Ephesus ancient city historic site
Selcuk, Turkey

A close up look at reconstructed columns of the Ephesus ancient city historic site in Selcuk
Ephesus, Izmir, Turkey

The fig Market at the Bazaar, Smyrna (Izmir), Turkey. Date: circa 1905

Izmir, Turkey - A Camel Caravan takes a rest Date: circa 1910s

Alevi Tomb - Izmir, Turkey. Date: circa 1950s

Izmir, Turkey - Buca
Buca - a district of Izmir Province of Turkey. It is one of the main districts of Izmir Metropolitan Municipality. Date: 1920s

Ancient ruins, Upper Gymnasium in Pergamon (Bergama), Turkey
Members of what appear to be a football team pose amid the Ancient ruins of the Upper Gymnasium in Pergamon, now Bergama, Turkey. Date: 1923

A Street Shoe Repairer - Izmir, Turkey, specifically working on Babouches, a form of heelless slipper, typically in oriental style. Date: circa 1910

Izmir, Turkey - Customs Quay and a Panorama. Date: 1898

Izmir, Turkey - The Baths of Diana at night. Date: 1898

Turkey - Custom House, View of Izmir - Zeybeks Date: 1898

Izmir, Turkey - Tower - Jubilee of Sultan Abdulhamid II
Izmir, Turkey - Tower built to commemorate the Jubilee (25th Anniversary of the reign) of Sultan Abdulhamid II. Date: circa 1902

Izmir, Turkey - Ali Pacha Fountain in the Bazar. Date: circa 1910s

Theatre - Izmir, Turkey Date: circa 1910s

Izmir, Turkey - Donkeys leading a Camel train. Date: circa 1906

Tower built to commemorate the Jubilee of Sultan Abdulhamid
Tower built to commemorate the Jubilee (25th Anniversary of the reign) of Sultan Abdulhamid II Date: circa 1901

Izmir, Turkey - The Ushshak Pasha Saddlecloth Bazaar. Date: circa 1909

Izmir, Turkey - View from the Kadife Kalesinden ( Velvet Fortress/Castle ). Date: circa 1950s

Izmir, Turkey - Ephesus (Efes)
The Caplio Roads - Izmir Efes (Smyrna) a paved street close to the site the site of Ephesus, Turkey Date: circa 1930s

Izmir, Turkey - Two young toddlers in Traditional costume Date: circa 1902

Camel Market - Izmir, Turkey Date: circa 1909

Porters (Hamals) Cafe, Izmir, Turkey Date: circa 1909

Turkish Cemetery at Izmir, Turkey Date: circa 1910s

Turkey, Aegean Region, Izmir, Vaulted market building and sacred springs in agora
Turkey - Aegean Region - Izmir. Ancient Izmir. Agora, vaulted market building and sacred springs, 4th century BC. Rebuilt AD 180

Turkey, Aegean Region, Izmir, Agora, Vaulted warehouse at market building
Turkey - Aegean Region - Izmir. Ancient Smyrna. Agora, vaulted warehouse at market building, 4th century b.C. Rebuilt A.D. 180

Turkey, Aegean Region, Izmir, Colonnaded agora
Turkey - Aegean Region - Izmir. Ancient Izmir. Colonnaded agora, 4th century BC. Rebuilt AD 180

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Galen of Pergamum (129-c. 216). Greek physician

Turkey, Kusadasi along the Aegean Sea with the brighly colored fishing boats

Turkey Ephesus with the Ruins of Roman Times, Library

Turkey Ephesus with the Ruins of Roman Times

First day of the fire of Izmir, Turkey
View of the fires burning in Izmir on 13th September 1922. Much of the city was devastated, especially the Armenian and Greek areas

Camel Drivers - Izmir, Turkey Date: circa 1910

Izmir, Turkey - The Summit of Kadifekale, looking from the Castle ruins out ver the city toward the Sea. Date: circa 1905

Near Ephesus - Turkey - Paved Street
The Caplio Roads - Izmir Efes (Smyrna) a paved street close to the site the site of Ephesus, Turkey Date: 1931

Izmir, Turkey - Idadie School (Ottoman Imperial School) Date: 1905

Passport Office and the Quayside - Izmir, Turkey Date: circa 1900s

Izmir, Turkey - The Barracks Date: circa 1920s

Izmir, Turkey - Camel Caravan - Kemer Bridge
Izmir, Turkey - Camel Caravan and the Caravan Bridge. The Bridge over the Melez River is a modern structure on Greek and Roman foundations, now called the Kemer Koprusu or Caravan Bridge

Izmir, Turkey - Turkish Quarter at the foot of Mount Pagus (Kadifekale) - the hillside site of the martyrdom and burial place of St. Polycarp. Date: circa 1910s

Izmir, Turkey - Marine Boulevard Date: circa 1908

Izmir, Turkey - Turkish Troops riding through the town with a donkey baggage train, carrying everything from tents to spare light artillery carriage wheels! Date: circa 1910

Izmir, Turkey - The Suburb of Goztepe
A Panoramic view of the Izmir district of Goztepe from the Sea. Date: circa 1905

Izmir, Turkey - The Armenian Quarter - devastated by the Great Fire of 1922. Look at picture 10435127 to see the complete destruction of this view. Date: circa 1905

Turkish Zeibek warrior - Izmir, Turkey. Zeibeks or sometimes Zeybeks were irregular militia and guerilla fighters living in the Aegean Region of the Ottoman Empire. Date: 1905

Mytilene, Lesbos, Greece
Mytilene, Island of Lesbos, Greece, to which the Greek army, had fled in twenty Greek ships after the Turkish Army retook possession of Izmir on 9 September 1922. Date: 1922

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"Izmir: A Tapestry of History and Culture" Discover the captivating city of Izmir, Turkey, where history unfolds at every corner. From the remnants of HMS Iron Duke and the Great Fire of Smyrna in 1922 to the sweet aroma of Camel brand figs, this city is a treasure trove waiting to be explored. Step back in time with a historical city map of Smyrna (Izmir), beautifully depicted in a woodcut published in 1897. Wander through its streets, like a scene from C19 Turkey, immersing yourself in the rich heritage that surrounds you. Marvel at the grandeur of Izmir's large fig factory, an emblematic symbol representing its fruitful past. Delight your taste buds with succulent figs that have been cultivated here for generations. Transport yourself further into history as you gaze upon images capturing life in Smyrna (Izmir) during 1890. Witness how this vibrant metropolis has evolved over time while still preserving its essence. Admire the iconic Konak clock tower standing tall against a breathtaking sunset backdrop at Konak Square. Let it serve as a reminder that time moves forward but memories endure forever. Immerse yourself in local craftsmanship by exploring Oriental Carpet Manufacturers Ltd. , where intricate rugs are meticulously woven together to create masterpieces that tell stories passed down through generations. Experience modernity intertwining with tradition as you visit NATO Headquarters located within this ancient city. Witness how Izmir embraces progress without losing sight of its cultural roots. Find solace atop Mount Pagos at Chapel Saint Polycarp—a sanctuary offering tranquility amidst bustling streets below. Take a moment to reflect on centuries-old traditions and find peace within yourself. Embark on an enchanting journey along Torbali, tracing footsteps left by those who came before us—each step revealing another layer of Izmir's captivating narrative. Intriguing and diverse, a city that seamlessly blends its past with the present.