Turkish Riviera with Antalya, Alanya, Side and Cleopatra

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The Turkish Riviera is the southern coastal strip of Turkey and one of the most popular summer holiday destinations. The region is particularly popular among all-inclusive vacationers. Between sun, sea and beach, the region between Antalya and Alanya also has numerous ancient sights and natural spectacles to offer.

While the Turkish Riviera is flat and has long sandy beaches, the Aegean coast is characterized by mountainous landscapes and romantic bays.

The city of Antalya also has a beautiful old town to offer - this is called Kaleiçi. The clock tower is located on the edge of the old town, which is why we started our exploration tour from there. Near the clock tower is another attraction, the Yivli Minare - a mosque, which the locals often refer to as the city's landmark. The best views of this impressive structure are from nearby Republic Square. Other sights in the city include Hadrian's Gate, the marina and the Archaeological Museum.

If you are looking for peace and relaxation, Belek is ideal for it, it is also wonderful to hike in the pine forests around Belek. If you want to experience something more than Side has a lot more to offer.

Antalya, on the other hand, is known for its historical and cultural wealth, its magnificent beaches and its luxurious resorts.

Alanya is the epitome of a relaxed and carefree tourist attraction. The choice between Side and Alanya ultimately depends on your personal preferences. If you are interested in history and archaeology, Side might be a better choice. On the other hand, if you prefer a livelier holiday with beautiful beaches, Alanya might suit you better.

In Side, which is characterized by tourism, there are numerous restaurants and cafés as well as many colourful shops and souvenir shops that invite you to stroll around. In particular, the pretty old town and its ancient ruins, along with the picturesque beaches, are among the city's best-known and most popular sights.

Ucansu Waterfall close to Alanya

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Ucansu Waterfall

Ucansu Waterfall - On the road again! A visit by a friend from Germany urges us to discover a place we have never heard of before. Our destination this time is Ucansu Waterfalls. 

Chimera - Flames apear from inside of earth

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Fire of Chimera

Chimera or Chimaira - Most well known all over the world is the ancient place next to Kemer called Chimera which origins from Latin language meaning "Burning Stone", a natural phenomenon since a couple of thousands of years:

Kalkan - Harbour and City Walk along the Street Cafe´s

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Kalkan

Kalkan is thought to be the small issue of Kaş, however, the more exquisite one. In several patios the former fishing village drops to the sea. Restaurants form nice groups around the small harbor, about that white washed villas cuddle up surrounded by small houses closely to the slopes.

Kekova and Sunken City - a boat trip along the city

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Kekova and Sunken City

Kekova - Mysteries of the Ancient World appear inside this Triangle. Kekova is a Mediterranean island near Demre district of Antalya province which faces the villages of Kaleköy (ancient Simena) and Üçağız (ancient Theimiussa). No one lives on the island.

Kumluca, the fruit and vegetable garden of Antalya

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Kumluca, the fruit and vegetable garden of Antalya

Kumluca - After leaving Antalya on highway 400, passing Kemer, Phaselis and Olympos, the road rises briefly to more then 500 meters above sea level. Reaching the other side, the view falls down to the valley and plain of Kumluca in Finike Bay, well known for its fruit and vegetable growing.

Belek - Paradise for golfers

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Belek - Paradise for golfers

Belek once was a small village next to Antalya until... As everywhere along beautiful beaches, hotels have been built. But how is it different from other places with similar beaches? The starting point was to introduce a variety of sporting activities during holiday time for visitors.

Arykanda - fascinating scenery - the Delphi of Lycia

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Arykanda - fascinating mountain scenery - the Delphi of Lycia

Arykanda - From Kas, our journey was leading along the coast road D400 in direction to Kumluca and nearly into the center of Finike, when we turned right to the national road 635 towards Elmalı.

Limyra – The Roman Bridge of Ancient Zemuri

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Limyra – The Roman Bridge of Ancient Zemuri

Limyra - The Late Roman bridge near Limyra (Turkish: *Kırk Göz*, near Kemeri) in present-day southwestern Turkey is one of the oldest segmental arch bridges in the world.

Limyra – The Ancient Zemuri near Finike

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Limyra – The Ancient Zemuri near Finike

Limyra – Arriving from Olympos, we traveled along the coastal road toward Finike, then turned right to follow Route 635 in the direction of Elmali.

Xanthos River and the Roman Bridge near Kemer

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Xanthos River and the Roman Bridge near Kemer

Xanthos River — Known from the legends of Greek mythology, the river today designated as the Xanthos is quite famous; it was here that the goddess Leto bathed her children, Artemis and Apollo, during her flight from Hera.

Göksu River - Bird Watching at former Kalykadnos

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Turkey - Bird Watching at Göksu River

Göksu River - Turkey is one of the richest countries in wetlands among the countries in Europe and the Middle East. These wetlands have great importance especially for wildlife as well as for local economy.

Antalya - Trolley from Nuremberg as Attraction

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Antalya - Trolley from Nürnberg

Antalya - Besides the historical structures with Hadrian city gate and the city walls, there are three traditional old trolley´s at work in Antalya. These trains belonged to the former Nuremberg trolley.

Tarsus the Capital of ancient Cilicia

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Tarsus the Capital of ancient Cilicia

Tarsus was the Capital of Cilicia, situated on the banks of the river Cydnus and commanding the road from the Mediterranean Sea to Central Anatolia through the Cilician Gate.

Kilise Tepe at River Göksu

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Kilise Tepe at River Göksu

Kilise Tepe - Our invitation from the Municipality of Mut, especially by the Kaymakam….. includes one more special event when we were going to Kilise Tepe, about 25 Kilometers outside of Mut. 

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