In its day, Izmir used to be the favourite haunt of many a conquistador. Thanks to the constant ravaging and pillaging (not to mention one or two earthquakes) there is precious little left of the old city. Aspiring archaeologists, however, who are prepared to make the short trip to Efese will find their heart’s content in the largest open air museum of the Roman Empire. These days, Izmir’s colourful cultural scene is the product of its large, nearby port and its many students. Contemporary pleasures, in other words, are as abundant as the Efes beer. Discover this 5000 year old city buying cheap flights offered by TUIfly.