History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
It is rumored that Homer, the legendary poet of ancient times and the author of the Iliad and Odyssey epics, lived in the caves in the Bornova Stream valley in the 8th century BC and wrote his epics here. Homer Valley, organized as a recreation area along the Bornova Stream bed by Izmir Metropolitan Municipality, is one of the city's most magnificent nature escape routes with its artificial ponds, wooden bridges, walking tracks and rich flora and fauna. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
It is located in the deep valley bed between Bornova center and Kayadibi village, at an altitude of approximately 150-250 meters above sea level. There are fresh water springs and water ponds on the valley floor, which is covered with plane trees, willows, laurel trees and olive trees. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Entrance to the Homer Valley recreation and nature area is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days:Open 7 days a week during daylight hours (08:00 - 20:00).•Rules and Health/Safety Warnings:Lighting fires and barbecuing are prohibited; Be careful of slippery stones in the stream bed and wear comfortable walking shoes.•Facilities and Facilities:Walking trails, wooden camellias, picnic tables, observation terraces, WC and fountains are available. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Çamiçi and Kayadibi Village Road, Homeros Vadisi Location, Bornova / İzmir.•Road Condition and Vehicle Availability: You can easily reach the beginning of the valley by passenger car via the asphalt mountain road from Bornova center to Kayadibi village.•Real Public Transportation Information: The valley entrance can be reached by Evka 3 Metro - Çamiçi / Kayadibi bus line numbered ESHOT 565, which departs from Bornova Metro transfer center.•Parking Availability:There is a free outdoor parking area at the entrance of the valley. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photo Spots and Frames:Mini waterfalls pouring from artificial dams, wooden log bridges and water reflections of ponds offer wonderful shots.•Light and Shooting Times:The most impressive shooting times are the early foggy hours of the morning and the late afternoon when the sunlight filters through the tree leaves.•Visiting Time:In spring, when the water flows abundantly and in autumn, when the leaves turn yellow, all the colors of nature are displayed.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:Fresh village breakfast, flatbread, herbed pancake and plateau tea in the country gardens in Çamiçi village should be experienced.