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Road Route from Izmir to Aydin
If you want to plan a trip to Izmir, one of the pearls of the Aegean, but you don't want it to be limited to Izmir, you are one of the thousands, maybe tens of thousands of people in this situation. And you are not wrong!
The Aegean is a place that has always conquered our hearts as one of the paradise corners of our country with its geographical location and natural beauties. This ancient beauty, which has been enriched in every sense throughout the history of civilizations with its people, nature, history, sea, cuisine, is home to thousands of beauties worth seeing.
If you want to rent a car from the airport and visit Aydın while you are in Izmir and enjoy the region, not the city, we recommend you to take a look at our article.
Time for a nice breakfast
After Adnan Menderes Airport, let's get on the vehicles and start the day peacefully by having breakfast in a beautiful place in the first light of the day. Let's set our route towards Nirvana Breakfast Hall in Bornova. You will enjoy having breakfast away from the chaos of the city in a place where you will increase your energy with its fresh air and grassy area.
At the point where such beautiful combinations come together, let's talk about food and drink. All the organic foods you are looking for are here. A variety of breakfast dishes with a pleasant presentation and hearty plates are placed in front of you.
Walk on the promenade
In Kordon, you can stroll along the coastline and lie on the grass. Here you can bring your picnic bag and have a snack and a chat. Kordon is one of the places that many Izmir residents prefer to breathe easily. It is also one of the popular destinations for students. Watching the deep blue sea far away from the grass fills you with peace.
Ancient City of Ephesus
Ephesus Ancient City; It is a structure located in Selçuk district of Izmir and included in the World Cultural Heritage List by UNESCO. The building, estimated to have been built in 3000 BC, shines like a diamond of Izmir.
From the moment you step inside the ancient city, you will be mesmerized. Approximately 5000 years ago, someone stepped on the same places you have stepped on and perhaps changed the course of history. If you want to visit the ancient city in detail, you should spare at least 2-3 hours. If you take a guided tour, it will give you a better understanding of the place.
Roadside delicacies
When you say Aydın, figs and olives immediately come to mind. If you don't live in these regions, you are unlikely to find organic olives, olive oil and figs. You can see the figs and olives carefully picked by the villagers put in a jar and sell them on the road. Genuine olive oil is ready for sale in bottles. If you come across village people selling local delicacies in Izmir - Aydin, be sure to stop and buy these unique and incredibly beneficial products for the body.
After sightseeing, you will be hungry. Ask the locals where you can eat the most famous olive oil dishes. The food you will eat in a more authentic place will stay on your palate for a long time. You won't be able to get enough of the cold appetizers and especially the stuffed leaves.
Sirince
If you want to take a step out of your way and step into a unique peace and a fairy tale land, you can turn your route to Şirince, the beauty of the Aegean, whose fame has long exceeded the borders of the country. Şirince is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region with its centuries-old history and almost perfectly preserved structure. With its unique nature and architectural beauty, we recommend that you do not leave the Aegean without seeing Şirince, which promises to be a weekend getaway in itself.
Dilek Peninsula National Park
With its pristine bays, caves and natural zoos, it is like something out of a cartoon. From the Mediterranean to the Caucasus, almost all the plants that spread along the coasts can be seen naturally here. What a luxury!
Dilek Peninsula National Park, a natural wonder with hundreds of bird species, many wild animals and fish species, is also home to Zeus Cave. This place, which was the meeting center of 12 city-states in ancient times, offers a magnificent view with its natural beauty and the pond formed in it.
After experiencing the beauties of Izmir and Aydin in a short time and trying the flavors of the region, we recommend you to make a wide program.