The historic port city of Izmir (Türkiye) is composed of the historic commercial centre, with its traditional bazaar (Kemeralti) and the residential areas, and archaeological sites dating back 8500 years.

To ensure the conservation of this heritage place, a 5-year Management Plan was approved and put into force in 2022. The plan oversees the new governance structure including public and private institutions: the Izmir Governor’s Executive Board managing the Kemeralti bazaar; the Historical Kemeralti Construction Investment Trade Inc. (TARKEM) carrying out real-estate business, restoration projects, and managing business; the Conservation and Development of City Values Association of İzmir (HERITAGE-IZ) dealing with awareness raising, and the Association of Tradesmen of Kemeralti participating in the implementation of the management plan.

The Izmir Governor’s Executive Board also includes public authorities (Metropolitan Municipality of Izmir, the directorate the Waqfs) and also NGOs.