Balcova is a section of Izmir which is famous for its thermal water. The name used for this thermal in the ancient time was Agamemnon. During these times, Balcova water was used for spa and forgotten years later. In 1763, French Elfont Mil rediscovered the location of the healing water and it is being used since then. Patients are being cured in modern centres such as the Balcova Thermal with the use of today’s medicine and technology. The centre has hot water, mud bath and healing drinking water. The water heals infections such as rheumatism, disorders of metabolism and skin infection. Balcova Thermal is not only a resort for cure both also for beauty and holiday.
Many people choose to purchase a property in Balcova as it is home to three very large shopping centre which are Agora, Kipa, Koctas and a new very large one will be constructed very soon called EGS Park Balcova. Majority of the properties in Balcova are new buildings and have very nice sea view. All the properties in the area have constant hot water from the thermal waters. Balcova also has natural park prefered by many for walking.