Antalya Region Holidays At Late Deals
The Turkish Riviera
Antalya holidays whisk you to a region of Turkey on the south coast of the country facing the Mediterranean Sea. This area is sometimes nicknamed “The Turkish Riviera” due to its year round climate and that fact that is sees an average of 300 days sunshine each year.
The Taurus Mountains create breathtaking scenery surrounding the whole of the Antalya region, these magnificent mountains rise over 3000mtrs above the city of Antalya and create a perfect backdrop clearly visible from all resorts within the region.
There are many different resorts to chose from on holidays in Antalya, the most popular being the quiet charming resort of Kemer with its own magnificent yacht harbour, or the resorts of Antalya, Belek, Lara Beach and Side each with warm clear seas and golden sandy beaches full of activities to keep you busy on your long lazy days in the Turkish sunshine.
Culture And Cuisine
If you are more interested in local culture you certainly won’t be disappointed with the numerous excursions on offer throughout this region. Why not take a trip to the ancient city of Termessos set up in the Taurus Mountains; here you can witness what is often described as the most magnificent necropolis in the Mediterranean region. A great place to visit is the rural village of Olympos which is a fantastic day out for everyone. You get to wander around the Byzantine ruins of a boathouse and see the excavated tombs amongst other fascinating ruins, just to make this trip perfect the village is set on its own 3.5km stretch of secluded golden sandy beach.
Each of the resorts in the Antalya region has its own range of evening entertainment to keep everyone amused from groups of friends to families and couples. You can chose from the variety of clubs to dance the night away, watch a traditional Turkish belly dance show or just enjoy a quiet drink in a small bar, whatever your preference there will be the perfect evening to suit you.
Antalya region is famous for its local speciality cuisines of Piyaz and Tirmis as well as many refreshing cold Mediterranean dishes with olive oil. If local Turkish Cuisine isn’t your ideal choice you can also chose from a range of English, European and Chinese dishes along with the many fast food takeaways that are available to ensure you have a great holiday in Turkey. Holidays to Antalya are available here online at Late Deals.