ANTALYA
Antalya is one of the most populated cities in Turkey. It is the fifth most populous city in Turkey! Along with being the most populous, this is also the fastest-growing city in the country. Antalya is a resort city with beautiful beaches and an old Harbour!
KALEICI
Antalya is a wonderful combination of a calm resort and traditional Turkish culture. Antalya is not only famous as the best summer resort city but also for its old town, known as Kaleici. Kaleici, the old town, is a small place with narrow cobblestoned streets full of beautiful architecture. While wandering, one can admire the marvelous Ottoman-era homes, mosques, and serene streets. The ambiance is very different from the rest of the city. There's no hustle and bustle of traffic, and in these narrow streets, you will not find cars; rather, people explore this town on foot.
The local market here sells beautiful souvenirs, and the peaceful cafes serve delicious Turkish delights.
While in Antalya, the Kaleici town teleports you into the ottoman era, welcoming you as a part of it all. You can marvel at the old buildings, shop at the local stores or spend time in a cozy café enjoying the sunset.
Antalya is one of the best places for tourists visiting Turkey. The city has a lot to offer. From beautiful views to an old town full of history and mesmerizing waterfalls, Antalya is a complete package on its own!
Duden Waterfalls
When visiting Antalya, visiting the Duden waterfalls is a must. Located 12 kilometers northeast of Antalya, Duden Waterfalls give a wonderful escape from the city's cacophony, and the green verdure is a treat for the eyes!
The Duden Waterfalls include the Upper Duden Waterfalls and the Lower Duden Waterfall. The Duden Waterfalls drop from a rocky cliff directly into the Mediterranean Sea. The moist, cool air and the rich shade make this area the best spot to spend a hot afternoon.
Perge Ancient City
Perge Ancient city is heaven for history lovers. Perge dates back to the Bronze Age, around 4000-3000 BC. Perge is known for being a sanctuary dedicated to Artemis, whose temple was located on a hill outside the town.
The Persians influenced Perge for hundreds of years. When Alexander the Great arrived in this region, Perge promptly surrendered. Perge's citizens even offered Alexander their assistance and services. By the second century BC, the city had reached its first phase of prosperity and had begun minting its coins depicting Artemis.
magnificent ruins remind tourists of its extraordinary history and culture. The theater and the stadium are the best-preserved buildings in the city. The Theatre was probably built around 120 AD. The Theatre is vast and could accommodate approximately 15,000 spectators.
The Perge Stadium is the second best-preserved ancient stadium in the world. The magnificent stadium was built in the 2nd Century AD and could accommodate around 12000 spectators.
The Tomb of Plancia Magna, Roman Gates, Hellenistic Gate and Inner Court, Roman Houses, City Walls, and numerous Statues and Monuments are only a few other architectural structures in and around Perge. You may experience an exhilarating stroll through history in just a few hours in the old city of Perge!
Antalya Museum
The Antalya Museum, built on an area of 7,000 m², is one of the largest museums in Turkey. Antalya Museum is built on two stories. It includes 13 exhibition halls and an open-air gallery. About 5000 works of art are exhibited in this museum.
One of the best venues of its kind in Turkey Visa UK, the Archaeological Museum in Antalya is a must-see for anyone interested in the rich archeological history.
A complete visit to the museum will take at least two hours. A small cafe and a gift shop are located near the museum's exit.
Tünektepe Teleferik (Tünektepe Cable Car)
The geography of Antalya is distinctive, with gorgeous landscapes, imposing mountains, and a magnificent sea. The Mediterranean Sea and the Bey Mountains intersect in Tünektepe, a stunning hill terrace 618 meters (1909 feet) above sea level.
You can take a cable car to view this lovely city! On the western side of the city of Antalya, Tünektepe Teleferik (Tünektepe Cable Car) is a tramway that climbs Tünek Tepe hill, which is 618 meters high.
On the Tünektepe Cable Car, you may capture stunning images of the city's skyline, enjoy a breathtaking view of Antalya, and breathe pure air with a pine-tree aroma.
With expansive views of the city and its pine-forested surroundings, this cable car will carry you up to Tünektepe. When you get to the top of the hill, you can check out the on-site clubs and the restaurant and take in the breathtaking views of the Gulf of Antalya.
