Izmir really is a beautiful city, and there is one place where you are guaranteed a good view
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On a sunny day, after a walk along the seafront I used the 'Asansor' to get home. Asansor is a lift that links the area at sea level to one of the neighbourhoods on a higher level. It was built in 1907 by Nesim Levi Bayraklıoğlu, a wealthy banker and trader, as an aid to carry people and goods from the lower level. It is now mainly used as a tourist attraction with spectacular views from the top and a restaurant. Its is also still used by the local residents to get to their homes and workplaces. I used it to get back to my apartment, which is a little higher than where the Asansor takes you, but only a short walk away.
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| The Asansor |
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| Stunning views of Izmir |
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| Graffiti on the wall of the lift |
The street below the Asansor is now called Dario Moreno Sokak (Dario Moreno Street), after a singer who lived in the street in the 1940s. You'll find small shops selling items for tourists and a small cafe here.
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| Dario Moreno lyrics |
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| Dario Moreno Sokak |
And then I had the steps back home to conquer...... This is the first flight......
It's a nice walk but not everyday. I'll still use the Metro everyday!
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