Attaleia, namely today’s Antalya, founded, in Middle 2 nd century B.C., upon the order of “Find me a surface paradise” of Bergamon King Attalos; and took its name from its founder founded in the fertilest geography of Anatolia at where the fact that antic Pamphilia, Psidia, Likia Regions were intersected. Antalya, during all of its history, is the peak of culture, art, architecture and mythology every time.

In the Kaleiçi, which constitutes a charming corner with its traditional architecture, the narrow streets and old wooden houses lean to the historic city walls. Before the Ottoman dominance, the city was under the dominations of Rome, Byzantine and Seljuks respectively. Yivli Minareli Cami (Fluted Columned Minaret Mosque) which was built by Seljuks Sultan Alaeddin Keykubat in 13 th century became the symbol of Antalya. “Altın Portakal Film Festival” (Golden Orange Film Festival) of Antalya carried out in Autumn attracts both participants and spectators.

Environmental region of Antalya exhibits bewildering natural beauties together with admired historical monuments. You may see the magnificent beautify of Yukarı Düden Şelalesi (Upper Düden Waterfall) located at 14 kms North-East of Antalya; and walk in the caves located at just background of the waterfall. Kurşunlu Waterfall (Kurşunlu Şelalesi), which is 18 kms far from Antalya, and Nilüfer Lake (Nilüfer Gölü) exhibit extraordinary beauties. Lara Beach, which is a wide sandy beach, located at 12 kms East of the city. Konyaaltı Beach with pebbles, which is located at the West and nearer to Antalya, becomes a different style of beauty together with the ranges of breathtaking Beydağları (Bey Mountains). A little over there, Olympus, Bey Dağları National Park and Topçam Beach exhibit undefected appearances within your sight. The bird’s eye wiev of the region spreads out the eyes from Tünektepe.

The Saklıkent located at Northern foots of Bakırlı Dağı, which is 50 kms away is and ideal winter sport center at 1750 – 1900 meters altitude. During March and April, in Antalya, you may sky in the morning: eat fresh and delicious fish in the lunch; and have sun, swim or surf in the after noon. In the Düzlerçamı Park in the North of Antalya, the natural life (deer, chamois) is under protection. The appearance of Güver Canyon with 115 meters deep located near to the Düzler Çamı is breath breakingly beautiful. Karain Cave which is at East face of Çam Mountain, 30 kms far from Antalya, reaches to as far as the Paleolithic Age (50.000 B.C) is the oldest settlement center in Turkey.

SIT area of Thermoses antic city located in Güllük Mountain National Park at North-West of Antalya located on the plateau with 1050 meters altitude at the West slope of the Güllük Mountain.

Once, three ports of antic Fasalis located at the foots of Tahtalı Mountain (Olympus Mountain of Liykia) located at 15 kms South of Kemer was an important Trade Center. Yanartaş is located at 300 meters altitude approximately at slopes of Çıralı Beach located at North of Olympus. In accordance with the mythology, Bellorophon who is a hero from Liykia fight, on his winged horse Pegasus, against Chimera which is a dragon spreads fire from its mouth; and killed it here. In accordance with local believe, the fire coming out of the mouth of the dragon is still firing today. Kemer which was planned carefully in order it to join the beauty around it presents an ideal place for a marvelous holiday. Fully equipped Kemer Marina is ready for the fact that the watchers can explore the excellent coves and sands in the South of the town.

Finike Gulf surrounded by Seville orange trees and gardens is located at West of Olympus. Finike with a sandy coast lies down on the East is surrounded by rocky coves at the West. The fortress located at 25 kms West of Finike with its old name Myra is known by its theatre from Rome age in addition to the rock graves watching this theatre from the top. During the 4 th Century, Saint Nicolas (Santa Claus) was a religious functionary in this Mediterranean city.

Kekova Region is the general name of antic cities and coves located in the around. Summer mansion ruins of antic Apollonian city from 4 th Century B.C. can be seen in the water in places with an appearance of sunken city along the North coast of Kekova Land. Kaş County which is a lovely county t sides are surrounded by mountains is reached when it is gone towards West from Kekova. The local fishermen are ready to take you to a lovely cove or sandy coast by their marine taxies managed by them. In accordance with the mythology, Apollo who is God of Fine Arts Was born in Patara. Archeological monuments are countless and interesting. Patara, at the same time, is interesting for sandy cost lovers too.

Perge which is an important city of Antic Pamphilia region is 18 kms far from Antalya; and built by Hittites at 15 th Century B.C. Aspendos antic theatre, with its 1500 persons capacity, from antic ages is the antic theatre which is the best protected of the region The corridors, scene decorations and acoustic of the theatre which is still used, today, for various plays such as concerts, ballets, opera and theatre are evidencing the profiency of the architect.

Although Manavgat Waterfalls are not very high, the water flowing with its all power spreads white bubbles. In order to be able to see this beautiful environment, it is possible also to take an enjoyable boat trip along the Manavgat River. The antic monuments, fine climate, sandy beaches, a lot of shopping centers and accommodation facilities In Side which is a beautiful coastal town today are some of main reasons of providing tourist rush of tourists.

One of the most known and attractive caves in Turkey is Altınbeşik Cave National Park. Here is located at 12 kms South-East of Aydınkent and 55 kms North of Manavgat. Altınbeşik Cave is located at West of Manavgat River Valley; and can be reached from authentic Ürünlü Village. It is one of the places which is the fact that travelers traveling in the region must see.

Alanya is an important holiday city with its wide beaches, touristy facilities and historical monuments. The newcomers were welcomed by marvelous Seljuks Castle from 13 th Century and settled on Alanya peninsula as a crown. Monuments of a mosque, a caravanserai and a covered market are found on the other walls and also a ruined cistern and a Byzantine church are found In the internal walls. In addition to its effective castle, its unique shipyard and octagon Red Tower with monumental beauty should be seen.

You should walk around Damlataş Cave if you like exploring the caves. Ethnography Museum is located near to the Cave. You can reach to three marine caves by boat: Phosphoric Cave with its phosphoric rocks, Kızlar Cave in which the pirates kept women slaves; and also Cave of Lovers.

You will face to excellent sandy coasts if you go towards to Gazipaşa

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