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Cesme is a little town
at the tip of the peninsula that forms the Gulf of
Izmir. The meaning of
"Cesme" is "fountain" or "spring" due to the curative springs and
thermal baths around Cesme, especially in Ilica district. Cesme and Ilica are resorts
that should be visited because of the sandy white beaches and
azure waters with seasonal accommodation opportunuties. Ilica is located at
the center of several touristic sites. Thermal and Spa resorts of Sifne Pasa
Harbour, Buyuk Liman, Alacati, and the Bay of
In Cesme, there are excellent accommodation opportunities and an attractive night life. Cesme Castle now houses the International Cesme Sea and Music Festival. The castle was built in 1508 by the Ottoman Sultan Bayazit. At the castle you'll find all the traditional characteristics of the Ottoman Architecture. Archeological displays of items found at Erythrai are also can be found inside the castle. The Cesme Peninsula has many seaside resorts. At the northeast of Cesme lies Lidin which was the important port of Erythrai, founded after the War of Troy, and it has a good view from the acropolis, overlooking the bay and the islands. Find an Hotel in Izmir at Thomas Cook.
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