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Today, Ayvalik and the numerous islets encircling the bay area are popular holiday resorts. The most important and the biggest of these islets is Cunda Island (Alibey Island) which was connected to Lale Adasi, and thence to the mainland, by a bridge in the late 1960s
Since September 1998, Ayvalik has had an international music academy (AIMA)which gives master classes for violin, viola and cello. It brings together students from all over the world and gives them a precious opportunity to work with distinguished masters of their branch.
.The Beach of Sarimsakli is unique in Turkiye with its total length of 5 km’s and width fluctuating about 50-100 m’s. With its sand radiation interactions to human health, the sand is certified to be one of the best in the world by the World Health Organization. Generally, there are 22 seperate, beautiful beaches in Sarimsakli
Kucukkoy is a nice village whose marvellous beach and beautiful forest lie along the 25 km coast of the Agean Sea that is famous for its bays and islands There are 6 official camps, 70 facilities, and about 160 restaurants, bars, cafeterias and discos are serving.
In recent years Ayvalik has also become an important point of attraction for scuba divers with its underwater fauna
Ayvalik and its environs is famous for the highly appreciated quality of olive oil production.
Today, the population of Ayvalik is nearly 30,000 and much more during the summer due to its tourism. Ayvalik is also close to Bergama (former Pergamon)which is another important attraction for tourists with its ruins dating back to antiquity
With its rich architectural heritage, Ayvalik is a member of the Norwich based European Association of Historic Towns and Regions (EAHTR) |
