Located on the western coast of Turkey, Izmir is one of the important port cities in the Eastern Mediterranean, along the historical Silk Road route. With the advantages of its climate and geographical location, the city has hosted different civilizations and cultures throughout its 8,500-year history. Izmir has a rich culture stemming from its cosmopolitan structure.

Today, with a population of approximately 4.5 million, Izmir hosts many festivals and international events in the field of art and ecology. It also stands out in the field of gastronomy with its fertile nature and diverse culture. Izmir’s open structure to interaction and democratic dialogue, developed in the context of all these features, creates an environment suitable for sharing in contemporary art.

The Izmir Mediterranean Biennial is organized within the scope of the works carried out by the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality in line with the vision of “Izmir, the center of attraction of the Mediterranean”, for the city to play a leading role in the formation of a Mediterranean cultural network. It is aimed to strengthen the relations between İzmir and the Mediterranean through the Biennial, and to make the city stand out as a center of culture and art in the Mediterranean basin.

The Biennial, which will be attended by artists from Mediterranean countries, is organized around themes related to the Mediterranean. At the Biennial, contemporary art works on a route that marks the public spaces and featured spaces of Izmir are presented to the audience.

Organized by the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality, the Izmir Mediterranean Biennial is brought to life together with K2 Contemporary Art Center, which stands out with its experiences in international contemporary art events.

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