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1-) Manavgat Waterfall
Manavgat Waterfall is a famous waterfall located on the Manavgat River in the Manavgat district of Antalya.
It is 72 km away from Antalya. Located 3 km north of Manavgat district and named after this district, the waterfall occurs when river water falls from a 3-4 m cliff. Although it pours from a low height, it flows over a wide area with a high flow rate. In addition, the karstic Dumanlı spring, which is the largest of the sources feeding the Manavgat River, remained in the dam lake after the Oymapınar dam was built.
Around the Manavgat Waterfall, there are picnic areas available for the public and properties such as live fish restaurants within the scope of touristic facilities. Transportation is carried out by urban transportation.
2-)Trembling Lake
Titreyen Lake is located 5 km from Manavgat center and 8 km from Side. Titreyen Lake, located in Sorgun District, covers an area of approximately 3000 square meters. It is the number one address for those who want both a lake and seaside holiday. The lake is very close to the sea, and there are many hotels by the lake. 4 or 5 star luxury hotels are in high demand, especially during the summer season.
It was named Titreyen Lake because of its trembling waters. Actually, Titreyen Lake is a tributary of the Manavgat River.
The Legend of the Trembling Lake
According to the story, a fisherman lives by the lake. This fisherman feeds the birds in the lake. The birds have become very accustomed to the fisherman. Whenever they see the fisherman, they flap their wings and fly towards him. But one day, other hunters shot the ducks swimming in the lake here. The fisherman immediately warns these hunters and tells them not to shoot the ducks. Thereupon, the hunters push the fisherman into the lake and the fisherman dies there. The birds rush to help the fisherman who feeds them and kidnap the hunters. After this sad event, the lake begins to tremble.
If you want a green and blue trip or holiday in Titreyen Lake, which attracts tourists with its nature and calmness, be sure to stop by here.
3-) Oymapınar Dam and Green Canyon
Oymapınar Dam and Green Canyon, one of the natural beauties of Manavgat, are approximately 40 minutes away from the center. Oymapınar Dam is one of the two dams built on the Manavgat River. Oymapınar Dam makes its guests fall in love with it at first glance with its lush green forests and unique natural beauties. Most holidaymakers here watch these natural beauties and take lots of photos. The second activity here is a boat tour in the famous Green Canyon. You go to the boats on the shores of the Green Canyon, which offers wonderful beauty, and your adventure begins with the boat.
4-) Değirmendere Waterfall (Hidden Paradise Waterfall)
Hidden Paradise Waterfall, located in Manavgat district of Antalya, is a natural formation where you can swim with hundreds of fish in the pool formed by the waterfalls. It is also a business where you can meet your basic needs such as changing rooms and toilets, where there are restaurants around which are generally preferred for breakfast. One of the reasons why it is preferred is that the color of its water is not similar to the water of any waterfall and that it is turquoise blue. It creates the impression of being framed by the green leaves surrounding it.
Since it is a secret place, just like its name, you can find its location by simply searching for "Hidden Cennet Şelale Restaurant" on Google maps. After passing the center of Manavgat, you turn left at a turnoff before reaching Alanya, and then you reach it after another 20 minutes. It is a place that does not have much human traffic and is preferred by those who want to be alone with nature. In fact, its name is Değirmendere Waterfall and there are old mill ruins on the stream that is the source of the water, but it is not possible to go up to the stream, it is free to swim where the waterfall flows.
5-)Bosphorus Beach
6-) Köprülü Canyon
Köprülü Canyon is the valley of Köprüçay, which starts in the Sütçüler district of Isparta and flows into the sea in Antalya, and is suitable for rafting.
There are two historical bridges at the beginning of the rafting area. The smaller one was built by the original master, and the large arched bridge was built by the master's journeyman. Köprülü Canyon took its name from these bridges.
The water of this clean river, which provides rafting opportunities to 7 thousand people a day during the summer months, can be easily drunk from its source. The natural beauty of the environment plays an important role in making it a good summer resort. For this reason, the canyon is also a touristic place.
The beginning of Köprülü Canyon is Kasımlar town, located in the southeast of Isparta. The main source of the river is the river coming from Aksu, a district of Isparta, and the water coming from Karacahisar village, also connected to Isparta. The canyon consists of narrow valleys for approximately 25 km from Kasımlar to Antalya's Değirmenözü village. It is difficult to walk in this part, especially when the water rises. But in the summer months it can be crossed on foot. After Değirmenözü village, the river flows in a completely open area. Then the river enters narrow valleys again. This second part continues until the Köprülü Canyon Ancient Bridge. Also in this section valleys are difficult transitions and natural beauties. Köprülü Canyon National Park, with an area of 36,614 hectares, was created around the stream in 1973.
7-)Side Ancient Theater
Side Ancient Theater is located in the narrow part of the peninsula where the Side Ancient City is located and in the center of the city. It has not yet been proven that the theater has a Hellenistic pioneer structure. In the Roman Period, although the building was built in the Hellenistic tradition in terms of plan, extending from a semicircle, it was built in the Roman architectural tradition in terms of construction technique. The part of the cavea (seating rows) up to the diazoma (the path in the middle of the steps) is leaning on a slope; The upper part is placed on an inclined plane on the vaults. With this feature, the theater is one of the unique examples of Anatolia. The stage building has three floors. Antonine Period baroque features can be seen in its decorations. There is a Dionysus Frieze on the podium of the first floor. In the frieze, the life of Dionysus, the god of wine and the ruler of the theatre, is told chronologically from west to east and ends with Gigantomakhia at the east end. The facade of the stage building is greatly enlivened with architectural decorations and sculptures.
8-)Side Ancient City
Eye-catching, magnificent, impressive... What other words can describe Side? Visiting Side is like looking for a place for yourself in its streets that smell of history... Going on a journey in a time machine and not wanting to come back. Applauding in the warmth of the Mediterranean for the play performed that day in the ancient theater... Adding a soul to the lace-like marble... Side is a settlement where you will find a lot of yourself and even fall in love...
Side, this ancient city of Antalya, fascinates people with its admirable historical monuments. Go, see, discover... Be sure that your mind will remain in Side. We have prepared a full Side Ancient City Travel Guide for you. What will you see step by step from the moment you set foot in Side, what buildings are there? Now let's explore this fertile "pomegranate" city together
9-)Lyrbe Ancient City
The proposed first name of the ancient city, located in Şıhlar Village, Manavgat District of Antalya Province, is Seleukeia, based on the Stadiasmus Maris Mayni, a sailors' handbook. However, today, based on the sacred area mentioned in an inscription written in the Side language, the opinion that the city should be Lyrbe, an ancient Pamphylia city with a mountain city identity, and that Seleukeia should be located at another point accessible by the Manavgat Stream is gaining ground.
Since it is surrounded by deep cliffs on three sides, there are only well-preserved walls on the southern side of the city. The monumental gate, which provides entrance to the city from the south, is located almost in the middle of the walls. This gate is bordered by two monumental towers. The walls extending from both sides of the monumental gate to the east and west continue until the cliff. The outer surface of the walls was built from cut sandstone blocks in an irregular rectagonal technique. The western side of the agora in the center of the city is leaning against the hillside, and two-storey buildings are placed on the eastern shore.
10-)Side Museum
During your trip to Side Ancient City, stopping by Side Museum and seeing the inside will add meaning to your trip. Artifacts unearthed during excavations will give you clues about Side's glorious past. Side, the most developed and prosperous port city of the Pamphylia Region, has hosted many civilizations. But it especially bears deep traces of the Roman period and presents it to visitors. The works you will see in Side Museum will be a useful resource for you to get an idea about the rich past of the city. What do you know about Side Museum and what are the works in Side Museum?
Location of Side Museum
Side Museum is located in Side District, within the borders of Manavgat, the famous district of Antalya. You can easily reach the museum from the moment you enter Side Ancient City. After leaving your car in the parking lot outside the ancient city, you need to walk for about 10 minutes. Of course, the surviving structures of the ancient city will accompany you in the meantime. When you proceed along the Nymphaeum, the Northern City Gate and then the Columned Street, you reach the Side Museum on the right side of the road.
