Antalya
A masterpiece of breathtaking beauty located on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea, where the beauty meets in its most beautiful forms, and the magnificent creation of God Almighty is manifested among its environs, until it became the bride of the Turkish states and the flower of its tourist cities.
If Trabzon is the capital of natural beauty on the shores of the Black Sea, it is fair to say that Antalya is its undisputed counterpart on the warm coasts of the Mediterranean.
In this article, we will review a trip to the most beautiful tourist attractions in Antalya, and we will discover its wonderful tourist attractions, learn about its climate, and a lot of other important information.
Tourism in Antalya
Where is Antalya located?
The state of Antalya is located in the southwest of the Turkish Republic, on a bay on the Mediterranean coast, about 518 kilometers from the capital, Ankara, and 729 kilometers from Istanbul. It is bordered on the eastern side by Mersin and Kerman, on the northeastern side by Konya, on the northern side by Isparta and Bodrum, on the western side by Mugla, and on the southern side by the Mediterranean Sea.
Weather in Antalya
The climate in the Mediterranean basin is characterized by hot and dry summers and warm and rainy winters, with the Taurus mountain range standing as an impenetrable dam between the Antalya region and the cold northern winds.
Antalya enjoys almost 300 sunny days throughout the year, and temperatures in July and August sometimes rise to 40 degrees, but the gentle Mediterranean breezes and northern winds from the mountains give it a pleasant temperate atmosphere. Temperatures range from 34/22 in summer to 15/6 in winter. Its population, according to the latest statistics of the Turkish population departments in 2020, is about : 2 million and 511 thousand and 700 people.
Antalya City Information
Antalya has become one of the most important tourist destinations in the world and a favorite in Turkey, and the number of tourist arrivals in recent seasons has exceeded two times the number of its population.
Antalya has attracted the attention of many tourists from European countries, but Russians have been the most attracted to it and fascinated by its beauty, until it has attracted increasing numbers of Russian tourists wishing to own property in Antalya and reside in its neighborhoods.
Antalya is characterized by its pleasant atmosphere and picturesque nature, both in summer and winter, in addition to its richness in tourist resorts and integrated services, and from here we must mention the most important information that tourists should know about the city of Antalya in the winter and summer seasons, and then move on to identify its most important tourist attractions and exceptional sights.
Tourism in Antalya in the summer
Antalya’s resorts and hotels are filled with millions of visitors looking for tourism in the warm summer months with a charming atmosphere, especially on holidays.
Antalya’s summer temperatures and humidity rise to acceptable limits, but its geographical diversity gives its northern highlands a mild summer climate, which gives vacationers and hikers many tourist options.
Tourism in Antalya in winter
In Antalya, the seasons come together, especially during the winter season, and you can enjoy the most beautiful winter sports on the snowy heights of Antalya, and then return to enjoy the gentle sea breezes on the charming beaches of Antalya.
Antalya comes alive in winter with many rich activities and amazing tourism, and its snowy highlands are categorized as one of the most beautiful areas for skiing and snowboarding, especially in the Saklikent Snow Resort
The most beautiful tourist places in Antalya
Antalya waterfalls
- Dudan Antalya Waterfalls
Dodan Falls is divided into Upper Dodan Falls and Lower Dodan Falls, on the Dodan River, for which the falls are named.
Upper Dodan Falls is ten kilometers from the city center on its northeastern side.
Upper Dudan Falls is one of the most beautiful tourist places in Antalya for its breathtaking view, crystal clear water, available services, and surrounding public facilities.
A staircase leads down to the bottom of the waterfall or to the grotto located just behind the waterfall, which is what attracts tourists to enjoy these fun and refreshing adventures at the same time.
- Lara Falls Antalya
As for the Lower Dodan Falls, it is located in the Lara region, and it flows into the Mediterranean Sea, and is sometimes called Lara, the region in which it is located.
It is about 40 meters high, and tourists come by boat from the port of Kalchi to take pictures near its mouth in the sea.
- Antalya’s Manavgat Falls
Manavgat şelalesi is one of the most famous and beautiful waterfalls in Turkey, forming part of the beautiful Manavgat River, located 3 kilometers from the village of Manavgat, about 78 kilometers east of Antalya.
Antalya’s Old Town Kaleiçi
Kaleiçi: It means the old city, as it boasts Byzantine, Roman and Ottoman monuments, which still bear witness to those civilizations to this day. Today, the Old City is located in the eastern part of the city center, and its alleys allow you to see the masterpieces of the Byzantine era, with its walls, various shops, narrow streets and alleys, in addition to the clear historical imprint of the Ottoman era, which is visible in the shape of the city, its mosques, minarets, and houses with an old architectural style.
The old city has preserved its archaeological character through its shops, which display traditional antiques and handicrafts, as well as spices, sweets and other products that tourists are usually keen to buy.
In the old city’s harbor, you’ll find restaurants with sea views, and boats parked in the harbor to take tourists to the beautiful Lara Falls.
Köprülü Kanyon
It is a water park located in the Manavgat district of Antalya, Turkey. It covers an area of 366 square kilometers.
The Köprü Valley Park was established by the Turkish Ministry of Forestry in 1973, with a depth of about 400 meters in some places, and extends for 14 km along the Köprü River.
The ancient Roman bridge still stands to this day over the valley and the river, and you can see the ancient Roman ruins in the city of Selge, which is about 12 kilometers from the valley.
The forests are characterized by its wildlife, water sports, and camping activities, making it one of the best places in Antalya to enjoy the beauty of nature and fun adventures alike.
Kemer Antalya
Kemer: It is a small tourist city belonging to the Turkish state of Antalya, and its fame has increased with the development of its tourist infrastructure and its wonderful natural scenery.
Where is Kemer Antalya located?
Kemer is located right on the Mediterranean coast, 40 km west of the city center, and about 50 km from the pine-clad Taurus Mountains.
The Kemer coast enjoys a hot and relatively dry Mediterranean climate, warm sea water suitable for recreation, swimming and other sports activities, and a natural beauty that combines the tranquility of the place with the charming view of the sea.
Kemer is named after the stone belt that was built around 1960 to protect civilians from flooding.
Olympus Beach Antalya
The charming coastal area of Olympus is located southwest of the Turkish city of Antalya, about 100 kilometers from it, and about 15 kilometers from Kemer.
Olympos is home to a series of high mountain ranges overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, with a beautiful seashore and a green valley with a river that flows directly into the Mediterranean Sea.
The region is rich in natural landmarks and historical monuments that bear witness to very ancient civilizations that settled this land thousands of years ago.
Tourists in Antalya visit the mountain peaks of the Olympus region, such as Mount Gerale, which people know as Mount Yanar and is located an hour away from it, in addition to riding the famous Olympus cable car that passes over the Olympus mountain range, up to the summit of Mount Tahtali at an altitude of 2365 meters above sea level.
Many skydiving enthusiasts also visit the Olympus Highlands, which is one of the most important centers for practicing this type of sport.
Tourist places in Antalya for children
Turkish Antalya is rich in its tourist parks suitable for children and adults alike, and we will learn here about a group of them:
Sandland Antalya
Located on the sandy beach of Lara, which witnesses one of the largest sand sculpture festivals in the world, where you will find many amazing mythological characters and historical structures made entirely out of sand.
Antalya Dinosaur Park
Antalya Dinosaur Park features models of various sizes that mimic the shapes of dinosaur animals, including huge animatronic dinosaurs with sound effects.
Antalya Aquarium, which is one of the largest aquatic museums in the world, as it includes a 131-meter-long aquatic tunnel and various aquariums.
Reptile Museum: Located right next to the aquarium.
The Land of Legends Antalya: Consisting of a hotel with a huge open-air water park with more than 70 houses and a 5D cinema.
Dolphin Land Antalya: Kids can swim with dolphins and watch daily shows at 2:30 pm.