Antalya Guide
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The port is one of the busiest places in Antalya but it's almost inevitable to stroll by this part of the city if you choose to take a walk by the old quarter. Among other things this is the place where the boats that take you on a trip or to the Duden waterfalls are. It's packed with restaurants and also shops selling local souvenirs and the walk is very pleasant. In addition, the marina seems to be out of a movie: on one hand you have hundreds of ships ready to sail and on the other, behind the restaurants, there is the fortress and Old Town. Also there is a short cut direct to old Town (40 Steps). Fresh air and under the Mediterranean sun it's almost impossible not to smile, even if you don't feel like walking at all.
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Old City Marina
Tuzkapısı SokakThe port is one of the busiest places in Antalya but it's almost inevitable to stroll by this part of the city if you choose to take a walk by the old quarter. Among other things this is the place where the boats that take you on a trip or to the Duden waterfalls are. It's packed with restaurants and also shops selling local souvenirs and the walk is very pleasant. In addition, the marina seems to be out of a movie: on one hand you have hundreds of ships ready to sail and on the other, behind the restaurants, there is the fortress and Old Town. Also there is a short cut direct to old Town (40 Steps). Fresh air and under the Mediterranean sun it's almost impossible not to smile, even if you don't feel like walking at all.
The Hıdırlık Tower is a landmark tower of tawny stone in Antalya, Turkey, where Kaleiçi meets Karaalioglu Park. It is believed that the ruling Roman Empire built this in the second century CE on a square plan. The same century, it was turned into circular tower.
It has since been used as a fortification or a lighthouse.
The tower is situated at the southern side of the place, where the land walls of the city join the sea walls. The 14 metres (46 ft) high structure consists a circular tower rising on a quadratic pedestal. The tower's gate at the eastern side leads to a small room, from where a narrow staircase goes up. There are signs of restoration work on the upper part done in the Seljuk and Ottoman eras.
The reason for the tower’s construction is still subject to argument. Although it resembles Roman period mausoleums in plan, it more likely served as a lighthouse and watchtower for the harbour.
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Hıdırlık-Turm
No:50 Hıdırlık SokakThe Hıdırlık Tower is a landmark tower of tawny stone in Antalya, Turkey, where Kaleiçi meets Karaalioglu Park. It is believed that the ruling Roman Empire built this in the second century CE on a square plan. The same century, it was turned into circular tower.
It has since been used as a fortification or a lighthouse.
The tower is situated at the southern side of the place, where the land walls of the city join the sea walls. The 14 metres (46 ft) high structure consists a circular tower rising on a quadratic pedestal. The tower's gate at the eastern side leads to a small room, from where a narrow staircase goes up. There are signs of restoration work on the upper part done in the Seljuk and Ottoman eras.
The reason for the tower’s construction is still subject to argument. Although it resembles Roman period mausoleums in plan, it more likely served as a lighthouse and watchtower for the harbour.
This handsome and distinctive 'fluted' minaret, erected by Seljuk Sultan Aladdin Keykubad I in the early 13th century, is Antalya's symbol. The adjacent mosque (1373) is still in use. Within the Yivli Minare complex is a craft centre in the restored 13th-century Imaret Medresesi.
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Yivliminare-Moschee
Selçuk MahThis handsome and distinctive 'fluted' minaret, erected by Seljuk Sultan Aladdin Keykubad I in the early 13th century, is Antalya's symbol. The adjacent mosque (1373) is still in use. Within the Yivli Minare complex is a craft centre in the restored 13th-century Imaret Medresesi.
.: Gate was constructed in AC 130 to commemorate Emperor Hadrian‘s visit to the city. When it was first built there were statues of Emperor Hadrian and his family probably decorated the top of the gate, but these are long gone. One of many pictures of the Hadrian's Gate. Hadrian visited the city in AC 130 together with his wife Sabine, in their honour this three-arched "gate" was erected. Hadrian made certain the town got a sound defensive system and turned it and the surrounding area into a province.
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Hadrian Castle Gate
.: Gate was constructed in AC 130 to commemorate Emperor Hadrian‘s visit to the city. When it was first built there were statues of Emperor Hadrian and his family probably decorated the top of the gate, but these are long gone. One of many pictures of the Hadrian's Gate. Hadrian visited the city in AC 130 together with his wife Sabine, in their honour this three-arched "gate" was erected. Hadrian made certain the town got a sound defensive system and turned it and the surrounding area into a province.
Termessos is currently on the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The ancient city of Termessos is located at the top of the mountain just like Machu Picchu in Peru.
Termessos Ancient City is one of Turkey's best preserved ancient cities and most outstanding archaeological sites, located in Antalya province of the Mediterranean region.
City was built in between two peaks on Gulluk Mountain. City is also called the Eagle's Nest because of its most remarkable location, 1050 metres above sea level and spread over a wide area. Remains include the theatre with a spectacular view.
According to the historians Most probably the city was founded by a Pisidic tribe, the local people of Termessos were called Solym. The Solyms were originally from Anatolian ethnic group. The same tribe where they built the city of Sagalassos in Isparta. Solymi- that name was came from Solymeus, an Anatolian god who in later times became identified with Zeus. There is an evidenced on the coins minted in Termessos with the image of god and his name.They define themselves as the indigenous people of Anatolia.The language they spoke was unique, was a type dialect of Psidia.
Termessos is a mark in history, The first historical mention of Termessos dates back to 334 BC. when Alexander the Great surrounded the city. It is reported that Alexander did not touch these brave people. Because even a small force could easily defend it due to the natural barriers surrounding the city. This way Termessos became one of the two cities that the Macedonian army was not been able to conquer. In the period of Roman domination City was a "friend and ally" of Rome. The city could set their own laws, they were also guaranteed the freedom.
The city enjoyed a period of prosperity during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. There is not much information available about the Christian era.
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Termessos-Ruinen
Termessos is currently on the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The ancient city of Termessos is located at the top of the mountain just like Machu Picchu in Peru.
Termessos Ancient City is one of Turkey's best preserved ancient cities and most outstanding archaeological sites, located in Antalya province of the Mediterranean region.
City was built in between two peaks on Gulluk Mountain. City is also called the Eagle's Nest because of its most remarkable location, 1050 metres above sea level and spread over a wide area. Remains include the theatre with a spectacular view.
According to the historians Most probably the city was founded by a Pisidic tribe, the local people of Termessos were called Solym. The Solyms were originally from Anatolian ethnic group. The same tribe where they built the city of Sagalassos in Isparta. Solymi- that name was came from Solymeus, an Anatolian god who in later times became identified with Zeus. There is an evidenced on the coins minted in Termessos with the image of god and his name.They define themselves as the indigenous people of Anatolia.The language they spoke was unique, was a type dialect of Psidia.
Termessos is a mark in history, The first historical mention of Termessos dates back to 334 BC. when Alexander the Great surrounded the city. It is reported that Alexander did not touch these brave people. Because even a small force could easily defend it due to the natural barriers surrounding the city. This way Termessos became one of the two cities that the Macedonian army was not been able to conquer. In the period of Roman domination City was a "friend and ally" of Rome. The city could set their own laws, they were also guaranteed the freedom.
The city enjoyed a period of prosperity during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. There is not much information available about the Christian era.
Semtler
Antalya'nın eski kısmı, çoğunlukla restore edilmiş evlerin, baharat ve hediyelik eşyaların bulunduğu çarşı, çok sayıda bar, butik otel ve tabii ki bazı tarihi eserlerin bulunduğu dar Arnavut kaldırımlı sokaklardan oluşan bir labirenttir.
Bu sokaklarda yürümek sizi o tuhaf, müze benzeri hisle terk etmeden zamanda geriye götürür. Antalya eski kenti, orijinal görüntüsüne sadık kalmıştır, ancak şehrin bu kısmı, yemek mekanları veya barlar söz konusu olduğunda çok canlı ve moderndir. Old Town (Kaleiçi), her iki dünyanın da en iyisini sunar ve Antalya'da kaldığınız süre boyunca onu ziyaret etmenizin nedeni de budur.
Kentin sosyal, kültürel ve siyasi tarihinde önemli rol oynayan Kale Kapısı çevresinde Geç Osmanlı Dönemi'ne ait pek çok yapı bulunmaktadır.
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Kaleiçi
KaleiçiAntalya'nın eski kısmı, çoğunlukla restore edilmiş evlerin, baharat ve hediyelik eşyaların bulunduğu çarşı, çok sayıda bar, butik otel ve tabii ki bazı tarihi eserlerin bulunduğu dar Arnavut kaldırımlı sokaklardan oluşan bir labirenttir.
Bu sokaklarda yürümek sizi o tuhaf, müze benzeri hisle terk etmeden zamanda geriye götürür. Antalya eski kenti, orijinal görüntüsüne sadık kalmıştır, ancak şehrin bu kısmı, yemek mekanları veya barlar söz konusu olduğunda çok canlı ve moderndir. Old Town (Kaleiçi), her iki dünyanın da en iyisini sunar ve Antalya'da kaldığınız süre boyunca onu ziyaret etmenizin nedeni de budur.
Kentin sosyal, kültürel ve siyasi tarihinde önemli rol oynayan Kale Kapısı çevresinde Geç Osmanlı Dönemi'ne ait pek çok yapı bulunmaktadır.
Meeting Point
The last survivor from the 80 towers that made up the ancient walls is the portal to the ancient structures of Antalya’s Old Town. The Clock Tower is one of the iconic face of Antalya. It is very popular as a meeting point.
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Uhrturm von Antalya
İmaret SokakThe last survivor from the 80 towers that made up the ancient walls is the portal to the ancient structures of Antalya’s Old Town. The Clock Tower is one of the iconic face of Antalya. It is very popular as a meeting point.
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Money Exchange
First of all, choose banks to exchange currency. All banks are open from Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. If you have to, you can choose exchange offices, for the best price, choose 09.00-17.00 from Monday to Friday. They give you a low exchange rate on weekends and after 17:00.
Verkehrsmittel
Cheap way to get to the city center from the airport.
You don't have to pay for taxi from airpot to city center. there is a tram line from airport to city center.
Take the tram and Step out at the ISMETPASA STATION. This station at the heart of the city also very very close to Old Town (Kaleiçi). You can pay tram fee by your credit card (Contactless payment option.)
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A popular scam you might encounter in Old Town Antalya.
If you see these guys with animals in the old town, they either have rabbits and pigeons or sometimes hamsters. They will put it around you or they will put it on your shoulder or on your head. You will take a picture, then they demand money.If you don’t pay they can be really really get aggressive. So maybe you prefer just stay away from them, be alert against of them. It is illegal to be performing with animals in Antalya.
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A Local and Historic Restaurant: TOPCU RESTAURANT
You should try :
-Şiş Köfte or Local Döner
-Kabak Tatlısı (dessert) with tahini and walnut
-Piyaz (Local Salad).
What is Piyaz: A very local food for lunch or dinner (boiled beans), tahini (liquid sesame paste), tomato, parsley (optional), boiled egg, olive oil, lemon
usually people get this with Şiş Köfte.
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Turkish Delight, Spices, Nuts, Dried Fruits: TUĞBA KURUYEMİŞ
Turkish Delight, Spices, Nuts, Dried Fruits shop. their products are suitable to be used as a present (for family or friends etc.) their products are fresh and always trustable. Prices are affordable.
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Useful phrases
Merhaha / İyi günler: Hello / Good day
İyi akşamlar: Good evening
İyi geceler: Good night
Merhaba: Hi / Hello
Güle güle / İyi günler: Goodbye (Good day)
Lütfen: Please
Sonra görüşürüz: See you later
Yarın görüşürüz: See you tomorrow
Özür dilerim! : I am Sorry
Affedersiniz / Pardon! : Excuse me
Hadi gidelim! : Let's go
Nasılsınız? : How are you? (formal)
İyi değilim / Fenā değil: Not fine / not bad
İyiyim: I'm fine
İsminiz? : What's your name? (formal)
Benim Adım ...: My name is ...
Memnun oldum: Nice to meet you
Evet / Hayır: Yes / No
Yoruldum / Hastayım: I'm tired / sick
Unuttum: I forgot