Tire, town and district in İzmir Province, Turkey
Tire is a town and administrative district in Izmir Province with a compact structure where traditional stone houses and shops sit closely together in a grid of narrow streets. The settlement centers around a main area where shops, workshops, and community spaces cluster in typical Anatolian fashion.
The town grew at an important crossing of ancient trade routes and became a hub for merchants and craftspeople over many centuries. Its structure and many buildings still reflect this trading heritage and have been maintained over time.
Tire carries a name rooted in ancient trade pathways and shows itself today through active local workshops and markets that still function much as they did centuries ago. Walking through the streets, you notice how commerce and conversation remain woven into daily life here.
The best way to explore the town is on foot through the central streets where you can easily reach all main areas. The layout is fairly flat and straightforward, making it easy to navigate without a detailed map.
The place preserves a form of commerce and craft that has largely disappeared from other Turkish towns, where local artisans still use traditional methods and techniques. This makes it a rare place to watch genuine handwork being done rather than seeing mass-produced goods.
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