TERMESSOS,one of the wildest turkish sites...
by cbeaujean
34km north of antalya.
take isparta road on 11km,then on the left to korkuteli on 14km,and finally on the left a yellow arrow :termessos 9km.
a site lost in the mountains.
historians don't know a lot about this site...deserted in the 5th cent.ac.
mainly,you'll visit a theater and an amazing necropolis in a apocalyptical landscape!.
the only town alexander the great,had never taken....due to its position,to understand why:
GO AND SEE THE TRAVELOGUE!
Visiting the Antalya Museum
by canadiantrav
If you visit the city of Antalya you must get to the museum. A great place to spend a day inside either escaping the heat of the day or as a cultural trip. The Antalya museum with it many halls and exibitions of artifacts ranging from prehistorical times throughout the ages. Wonderful collections which include glass artifacts, terra cotta clay pottery, well preserved statues of the many Roman Gods, Ottoman artifacts, coins from throughout history, rugs, kilims, and much much more. The artifacts and relics on display are from the Antalya region and displayed in chronological order. Here are just a few of the many halls.
1. Natural History and Prehistory Hall
2. Small artifacts Hall - 1
3. Hall of Gods
4. Small artifacts hall -2
5. Hall of Emperors
6. Hall of tomb Cultures
7. Hall of coins
8. Ethnographical Halls
The museum is opened daily except Mondays from 8:30 am - 19:30 pm.
I would however suggest that you try to visit early as in the later part of the afternoons the tours buses tend to arrive. Admission was 10 YTL ( Turkish Liras )
Ataturk statue
by mvtouring
On the Republic Square you will find the statue of Ataturk. Ataturk was the father of the nation and their first president. He did a lot to bring about reform and was a man of great vision. Situated in the middle of the square this monument is a good meeting place.
ANTALYA
by jonturk
Because of the archeological and natural riches of the area, Antalya is called the Turkish Riviera. The sea and sun, nature and history all come together in magical harmony here where the best and cleanest beaches on the Mediterranean are found. The 630 km shoreline of the province is literally strewn with ancient cities and harbors, memorial tombs and golden beaches and it is laced with charming little coves, lush forests and streams.
With its palm-lined boulevards, its internationally acclaimed marina and the charming castle with its traditional architecture set amidst the bustle of a modern city, Antalya is center of tourism in Turkey. Antalya hosts are wide range of sporting events: International Beach Volleyball, the Triathlon, Golf Tournaments, Archery, Tennis, Canoeing competitions and many more. The Cultural Center of Antalya, which opened in 1995 host cultural and art events like plastic art, music, theater and a number of exhibitions.