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Antalya is a coastal city in Turkey, located on Anatolia’s southwest coast bordered by the Taurus Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea. It is the largest and one of the most popular seaside resorts on the Turkish Riviera that welcomes millions of people from around the world each year. Antalya is a fascinating city well-known for a plethora of Hellenistic-Roman ancient ruins, monuments, archeological sites, verdant mountains, beautiful beaches, a well-preserved old town, shady palm-lined boulevards and a picturesque yacht-filled marina that enchants anyone and everyone who visits.
Once you arrive, pick up your car rental and begin your journey in this ancient city that is surrounded by emerald green forests and sparkling blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Drive your rental car and visit the “heart of the city” the historic district also called Kaleici. A well-preserved old town that almost resembles a museum, surrounded by fortified ancient walls and composed of winding streets, wooden houses, mosques, historical artifacts, shops, cafes, and an impressive bazaar selling spices and souvenirs.
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The best way to access the old town is from the historic ruin of Hadrian’s Castle Gate with its grand arches and columns, one of the most striking structures left behind by the Romans that was built specifically for Emperor Hadrian that till today still stands proud as the entrance to the city. Also visit Saat Kulesi an Ottoman-era clock tower, the Hidirlik Kulesi tower that stands on the edge of the town walls with scenic views of the marina and harbor, the Kesik Minare also called the Broken Minaret Mosque that was once a Roman temple, a Christian church and then a mosque, and finally, the Yivli Minar, also known as the Fluted Minaret that is 125 feet tall and has become the symbol of the city.
Then, drive to Antalya’s old harbor and marina Yat Limani, a picturesque fortified Roman port nestled into a recess in the cliffs of the old city that is lined with fashion boutiques, trendy cafes, fancy restaurants and filled with private sailboats, and luxurious yachts. An ideal location to have a leisurely coffee and taste the delicious cuisine as you enjoy the breathtaking views of the sunset over the Mediterranean Sea. Next, drive your car hire and visit the popular beaches including Konyaalti Beach and Lara Beach where you can soak in the sun, walk along the long stretches of sandy beach, and swim in the deep blue waters of the sea. For a more secluded setting drive to Cirali Beach, a quiet picturesque beach hemmed with trees, a sandy pebbled shore, and crystal clear waters.
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If it is an adventure that you seek then be sure to drive your Antalya car rental and visit the Duden Waterfalls, the Karain Cave, the Karaalioglu Park, the Antalya Aquarium as well as Antalya’s Zoo and Natural Parks. Continue your adventure in Antalya and also visit the region's ancient cities and archeological sites. Visit the ancient city of Aspendos with ruins of a well-preserved Roman Theater, and the ancient city of Termessos featuring remains of a colonnaded street, an agora, and a theater that are scatted along a rugged hillside with beautiful scenic views of the countryside.
Then, drive to the ancient city of Perge with remains of a necropolis, theater, stadium, roman baths, column-lined streets, Hellenistic gates, and an acropolis. Also visit the ancient port city of Phaselis, the ancient city of Xanthos home to the Lycians, and of course the amazing ancient city of Olympos with remains scattered in beautiful natural surroundings. Antalya is definitely a destination well worth the visit in the comfort of your rental car. Explore and discover all that and more with your car rental in Antalya Turkey.