Izmir
Along the Aegean coast in western Anatolia lies Izmir, the third-most populous city in Türkiye. Considered an important center of trade and commerce because of its harbor, this modern metropolis of more than 2.5 million people also offers fascinating reminders of ancient times, most notably the Temple of Artemis and the nearby city of Ephesus, along with other Izmir event venues like Kadifekale Castle and the Archaeological Museum. Groups also have an array of activities to pursue, including relaxing at the hot spa resorts, shopping at Kemeralti Market, spending time at the beach and dining in the districts of Alsancak and Karsiyaka.A global gateway to the Aegean Region, the Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is situated in Gezemir 11 miles south of the city and welcomes 6 million passengers annually. National carrier Turkish Airlines offers several flights from Istanbul to Izmir a day. Offering added convenience, the Izmir Metro has 10 stations between Ucyol and Bornova.
Izmir's Tepekule Convention & Exhibition Centre offers four fairgrounds spanning 7500 square meters in this four-story facility, with the theatre lobbies and 1…