📖 About Antalya

Antalya is Türkiye's Mediterranean gem, a stunning coastal city attracting millions of tourists seeking sun, sea, and relaxation. With pristine beaches, clear turquoise waters, and over 300 days of sunshine annually, it has earned its reputation as one of Europe's premier resort destinations. In 2025, Türkiye welcomed over 47 million foreign tourists, with Antalya second only to Istanbul.

The region offers an extraordinary combination rarely found elsewhere: pristine sandy beaches sloping into crystal-clear Mediterranean waters, vibrant nightlife, natural beauty surrounded by olive groves, pine-clad Taurus Mountains, and a vast array of historical treasures. Major resort areas from west to east include Kemer, Kaleiçi (old town), Lara Beach, Belek, Side, and Alanya.

Turkey's hospitality sector continues expanding with new luxury hotels, boutique accommodations, and all-inclusive resorts. Over 227 resorts operate across the Mediterranean region, with ultra-all-inclusive properties at Lara Beach and world-class golf courses at Belek drawing discerning international visitors year-round.

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💼 Economy & Culture

Tourism drives Antalya's economy, with millions of visitors annually from Russia, Germany, the UK, and beyond. The hospitality sector continues expanding with new luxury developments. Beyond tourism, the city serves as a regional center for agriculture, trade, and logistics with an important Mediterranean port.

Antalya culture blends Turkish hospitality with cosmopolitan resort atmosphere. The historic Kaleiçi quarter preserves Ottoman and Roman heritage, while resort areas offer international entertainment. Traditional Turkish bazaars, cuisine, and hammams complement modern beach clubs and nightlife. The combination of accessible antiquity and contemporary leisure defines the Antalya experience.

📜 History

Founded as Attaleia by King Attalos II of Pergamon in the 2nd century BC, Antalya has served as a major port for millennia. Romans left Hadrian's Gate and nearby ancient cities like Perge, Aspendos, and Side. Byzantine churches and Ottoman mosques layer the region's religious heritage.

Modern tourism began in the 1960s with the development of beach resorts. Today's mega-resort era represents the latest chapter in Antalya's long history of welcoming travelers. From Roman emperors to modern sunseekers, the Turkish Riviera continues attracting those drawn to its unique combination of natural beauty, historic treasures, and Mediterranean hospitality.