Kültürpark, Public park in Kahramanlar district, İzmir, Turkey.
Description
Kültürpark is a large green space in central İzmir with walking paths, exhibition halls, sports facilities, and recreational areas spread across the grounds. The space includes indoor venues and outdoor courts that serve different visitor needs throughout the year.
History
The park was created in 1936 on land that had been devastated by the Great Fire of 1922. It transformed a damaged area into a functioning center for recreation and cultural events.
Culture
The park hosts the İzmir International Fair each year, where art exhibitions, industrial innovations, and performances showcase local and international talent. Visitors come here to experience exhibits and cultural events that reflect the city's creative life.
Practical
The park has exhibition halls, conference spaces, tennis courts, and a running track for different activities. Wear comfortable shoes for walking through the grounds and plan your visit based on what events or activities interest you.
Did you know?
The park features the İzmir Parachute Tower, a striking structure that serves as both a landmark and a working facility for skydiving and aerial sports. This combination of visual icon and functional venue is unusual for an urban park.
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