How to Make Your Antalya Holidays Worth Cherishing
by Amanda Sutcliffe Travel DealsAntalya is one of Turkey's largest cities and
is located on the southwest coast of the Anatolia region. It is also one of the
biggest resort cities of the country on the Turkish Riviera and is visited by
millions of tourists every year. The history of this city goes back to 2nd
century BC when the region was ruled by the Attalid dynasty. Later the Romans
established their rule over this part of the world and constructed some of the
significant monuments, such as the Hadrian's Gate. In the years that followed,
it went to different rulers until it finally came under the rule of Turkey.
You can enjoy cheap holidays to Antalya if you visit this charming Turkish city
during the period between September and mid-December. This is the time when
most of the tourists leave the city and the hotels would be willing to offer
some attractive deals on accommodations. From the month of January to March,
the winter season makes its presence felt in this part of Turkey with moderate
to heavy rainfall. The rains can hamper your plans of sightseeing or any of the
other outdoor activities, and therefore, it is advisable not to visit during
winters. Many of the travellers also avoid visiting during summers as the hot
weather becomes unbearable for many.
There are some fascinating attractions you can
explore during your cheap holidays to
Antalya. Among them is Kaleici or the Old Town, which has many restored
old mansions built during the Ottoman era. If you wish to delve into the
history of Turkey, a visit to the Antalya Museum is highly recommended. It has
many exhibits, including the ones discovered from the excavation sites of
Turkey's coastal region. Yivli Minare or the fluted minaret is one of the
famous landmarks of Antalya and must not be missed during your holiday spent in
the city.
During your Antalya
holidays, you can also indulge in some thrilling activities
outdoors. One of them is zip-lining, which can be enjoyed while on a visit to
the Koprulu Canyon. A visit to this canyon would also give you the opportunity
to try white water rafting, which can be arranged by any of the local tour
operators. The quad biking tours allow you to leave the city and head to the
desert areas where plenty of fun and adventures await you. Jeep safari is yet
another adventurous activity you can enjoy while holidaying in Antalya.
Some of the delicious dishes of the city would
truly pamper your taste buds. For a sumptuous meal in the morning, you can try
the traditional breakfast of Turkey. It includes feta cheese, hard-boiled eggs,
bread, bacon, sausage, salami, and a small glass of black tea. Another
delectable treat you'll get to savour in this Turkish city is the kebab. The
kebabs are prepared using lamb, beef, or mutton in ovens that use wood as the
burning material. There are many varieties of kebabs, such as the Doner Kebab
and Adana Kebab, which you'll get to choose in the city's restaurants.
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