Antalya | Turkey's top tourist destination.
hello everyone today I would like to introduce you to Antalya one of the most beautiful cities in Turkey Antalya is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Turkey millions of tourists come here every year so what makes Antalya so popular Antalya's history natural beauty delicious food and many experiences to do make this city one of the most attractive vacation destinations in the world in this video I will tell you about the most beautiful places and experiences in Antalya if you are thinking of going to Antalya I highly recommend you to watch this video by the end of the video you will understand why Antalya is so popular and why you should visit it at least once are you ready for this amazing journey with me let's get started Antalya is a city on the Mediterranean coast in southern Turkey it is surrounded by Mersin to the east Muğla to the west Konya and Isparta to the north this is one of the most important tourism centres in Turkey the city lies on the shores of the Gulf of Antalya and is a gateway to the Mediterranean Sea Antalya's location has made it an important trade and cultural centre throughout its history Antalya's history dates back to the 2nd century BC in ancient times the region known as Pamfily was an important settlement center Antalya was also home to many civilizations such as Rome Byzantium and Seljuks the historical artifacts that have survived from these civilizations reveal the rich history of the city let's talk a little bit about the climate Antalya's climate is under the influence of the Mediterranean climate summers are hot and dry winters are mild and rainy the average temperature in Antalya in summer is between 30 35 degrees in winter the average temperature is between 15 20 degrees these temperatures make antalye an ideal place for a C sand and sun vacation. the population of Antalya is 2.8 million according to the Las census the majority of Antalya's population is Turkish there are also Russians Ukrainians Germans and other nationalities living in the city when we look at the transportation options of Antalya we see that it is possible to reach the city both by air and by road getting to Antalya by air is the fastest and easiest way of transportation Antalya Airport is approximately 15 km from the city centre it is possible to get from the airport to the city centre by taxi bus or tram transportation to Antalya by road is a more economical option Antalya is connected to many cities in Turkey by road it is possible to reach the city by bus or private car bus transportation to Antalya is the most common mode of transportation there are bus services to Antalya from all over Turkey so what are the accommodation options for those who want to visit Antalya Antalya is a city that offers accommodation options for every budget and need of course hotels are in the first place among accommodation options in Antalya there are hotels in every star category in Antalya it is possible to find hotels in the city centre coastal areas and mountainous regions staying in hotels is one of the most comfortable and convenient options it is possible to find hotels for every budget in Antalya although hotels in the city centre are usually more expensive it is possible to find more affordable hotels in the coastal and mountainous regions those who want to stay in hotels in Antalya should remember to make hotel reservations in advance especially in the summer months hotel prices can rise as there is a high demand in Antalya another option is hostels staying in hostels is of course a more affordable option than staying in hotels hostels usually have a shared bathroom and kitchen let's not forget a part hotels apart hotels offer a more independent accommodation experience because they have a kitchen these hotels usually have a kitchen in this way you can cook your own meals and eat whenever you want let's talk about campsites campsites offer an accommodation experience intertwined with nature there are many campgrounds in Antalya in these campsites there are usually facilities where you can meet your basic needs the last option is Villas Villas offer a more spacious and comfortable accommodation experience there are many villa rental companies in Antalya from these companies you can rent a villa that suits your budget and needs you are wondering what you can do when you come to Antalya let's proceed step by step in this section first let's start with historical places Antalya is a city known as the Pearl of the Mediterranean here you can discover both natural beauties and historical riches there are many historical places to visit in Antalya but I would like to recommend you five of the most interesting ones let's start if you are ready Hadrian's Gate this gate was built in honor of the Roman Emperor Hadrian when he visited Antalya on the gate consisting of three arches there were statues of the emperor and his family however these statues disappeared over time there are towers on both sides of the gate one of them dates from the Roman period and the other from the Seljuk period the gate has become one of the symbols of Antalya don't forget to take a photo here Termesos Ancient Theater this theater is located in the ancient city of Termesos 30 kilometers northwest of Antalya at the foot of the Taurus Mountains this is a city that could not be captured by any state in history therefore it is very well preserved the theatre was built on the slope of the mountain at an altitude of 40 two hundred meters the view here is spectacular the theatre has a capacity of 42 hundred people here you can feel the atmosphere of ancient times Aspendos this theater is located in the ancient city of Aspendos in Serik district 40 kilometer east of Antalya this is one of the best preserved ancient theaters in the world the theatre was built in the second century ad by the architect Zeno the theatre has a capacity of 15,000 people the acoustics are very good here you can even hear the sound of a match being struck today the theatre hosts various events here you can have both a historical and cultural experience ancient city of Perge this city is located in Aksu district 18 kilometers east of Antalya this is one of the largest and most important ancient cities of Antalya the city was founded in the 12th century BC here you can see many artifacts from the Hellenistic Roman and Byzantine periods at the entrance of the city there are two gates with towers inside the city there is a theatre stadium agora baths colonated street temples and fountains here you can discover the history of Antalya ancient city of Olympos this city is located in Kumluca district 80 km south of Antalya this is a place that offers both historical and natural beauties together the city was founded in the 4th century BC here you can see many artifacts from the Licean Roman and Byzantine periods there is a river at the entrance of the city you can reach the city by crossing over this river inside the city there is a theatre baths temples tombs and a colonated street there is also a beach near the city where you can swim there is also a natural wonder known as Yanartaş 2 kilometer north of the city here there is an area where the gases coming out of the ground burn this place is accepted as the place where the gods lived in mythology here you can experience both a historical and natural adventure Antalya's natural beauties are as interesting as its historical places there are many natural beauties to visit in Antalya but I would like to recommend you the most interesting places Duden waterfall this waterfall is located in the center of Antalya where the Duden stream flows into the sea from a height of 40 meters this place is one of the symbols of Antalya there is a Green Park around the waterfall you can have a picnic here watch the view from the observation deck or go under the waterfall with a boat tour the waterfall becomes even more beautiful with the lighting especially in the evening Saklikent Canyon this Canyon is located 50 kilometers west of Antalya near Fethiye this is the longest and deepest Canyon in Turkey the Canyon is 18 kilometer long and 600 meters deep ice cold water flows inside the Canyon here you can do activities such as hiking rafting and zipline the Canyon is an ideal place to cool off in the summer heat Kursunlu Waterfall Nature Park this park is located in Aksu district 24 kilometer North East of Antalya it is a lush natural wonder spread over an area of 33 hectares inside the park is the Kursunlu waterfall which falls from a height of 18 meters red fish live in the lake formed by the waterfall you can also see animals such as wild ducks turtles and squirrels in the park the park offers a peaceful environment full of bird sounds Karain cave this cave is located in the village of Yagca 27 km northwest of Antalya this is the largest natural cave in Turkey the cave consists of three sections inside the cave there are Limestone formations such as dripstones stalactites and stalagmites the cave is also an important archaeological site traces of the Palaolithic Neolithic Chalcolithic Bronci, Iran Roman Byzantina and selçuk periods have been found here the cave is a witness of human history Goynuk Canyon this Canyon is located in Kemer district 30 kilometer south of Antalya it is a Canyon formed by the Goin Extreme at the foot of the Torres Mountains the Canyon is 6 kilometer long and 350 meters deep inside the Canyon there are natural beauties such as waterfalls ponds and cavities here you can do adventurous activities such as canyoning rock climbing paragliding the Canyon is a great place for adrenaline enthusiasts next of course are the beaches it is difficult to choose between the most beautiful beaches in Antalya because there are many beaches in this city both sandy and pebbley both calm and lively both natural and historical but I would like to recommend you the most interesting ones Kaputas Beach this beach is located on the coastal road between cache and Calcon where the Kaputash Canyon meets the sea Kaputash beach one of the most beautiful beaches of Antalya with its turquoise waters has a blue flag you have to descend 190 steps to reach the beach but the view is worth it the sand of the beach is close to white and very fine the sea is very clear and clean but the water is a bit cool and deepens quickly so it is better to be careful since the beach is very popular it can be crowded in summer so I recommend you to go early in the morning Konyaalti Public Beach this beach is located in the center of Antalya in Konyaalti district Konyaalti Beach the longest beach in Antalya is 7 kilometer long the sand of the beach is dark and pebbley the sea is very clear and blue but the water is a bit cool and wavy the beach has a blue flag there is a view of the Taurus Mountains behind the beach there are many facilities cafes restaurants playgrounds and sports fields on the beach the beach is highly preferred by both local and foreign tourists Phaselis Ancient City Beach this beach is located in Kemer district 60 km south of Antalya this is a place that offers both historical and natural beauties together Phaselis Ancient City is a lycian city founded in the 7th century BC here you can see many artifacts from the Hellenistic Roman and Byzantine periods at the entrance of the city there are two gates with towers inside the city there are theatre baths agora colonated street temples and fountains the city has three harbours one of them is in the north and the other two in the south there are beaches around the harbours the sand of the beaches is fine and golden the sea is very clear and turquoise but the water is a bit cool and deepens quickly you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas on the beaches Cleopatra Beach this beach is located in Alanya district 120 kilometer east of Antalya this is the most famous and beautiful beach in Alania the sand of the beach is white and very fine the sea is very clear and turquoise but the water is a bit cool and deepens quickly the beach has a blue flag there is a view of Alanya Castle behind the beach there are many facilities cafes restaurants and hotels on the beach the beach is highly preferred by both local and foreign tourists the name of the beach comes from the legend that the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra swam here in 32 b.c here you can have both a romantic and fun vacation Antalya is a city that will fascinate you not only with its historical and natural beauties but also with the unique experiences it offers in this city you can participate in both cultural and fun filled activities and make unforgettable memories there are many experiences you can have in Antalya but I would like to suggest you the most interesting ones Antalya Aquarium one of the most popular tourist attractions in Antalya opens the doors of the undersea world to you here you can see touch and feed over 200 different species of sea creatures in 40 thematic aquariums you can also enjoy the snow and ice at Snow World the world's largest tunnel aquarium build a snowman at Snow City and eat delicious food at Snow Restaurant Antalya Aquarium offers a wonderful experience for both children and adults Antalya is a city that hosts many events throughout the year here you can find many artistic and cultural events such as concerts theatre festivals exhibitions workshops on the Antalya events page you can follow the current events in the city buy tickets and make reservations in Antalya you can watch the performances of both local and foreign artists and have fun and educational experiences Antalya is a city that offers the best examples of Mediterranean cuisine here there is a rich food culture consisting of both sea and mountain products in Antalya I recommend you to taste local delicacies such as piyaz tandoori kebab hibish tomato sevesi stuffed zucchini blossoms hair roasting tahini pisi syrupme borek tahini pumpkin dessert in Antalya you can find both luxurious and simple restaurants cafes and patisseries here you can have a gastronomic experience that appeals to both your palate and your eyes Antalya is also a city that offers many options for adventure lovers here you can find adventure parks both in nature and in the city and participate in adrenaline filled activities there are many entertainment centres in Antalya such as Adventure Park Actor Park Antalya Luna Park Antalya Toy Museum Antalya Cable Car Aqualand Aquapark Dolphinland Konyaalti Beach Park Minisity Sandland here you can have a great entertainment experience for both children and adults dear viewers today I told you about the historical natural cultural and fun aspects of Antalya I hope you liked it Antalya is one of the most beautiful cities in Turkey here you can both vacation and explore and make unforgettable memories if you want to visit Antalya you can evaluate the suggestions I have given you and make your own plan if you like my video please press 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2024-01-12 21:14
