Known as the Turkish Riviera or the Turquoise Coast, the Antalya region of Turkey attracts visitors worldwide to its beautiful coastline and sparkling clear Mediterranean sea. Basking in more than 300 days of sunshine average annually, visitors come to sunbathe, yacht, mountain climb, bicycle and discover historical sites tucked among pine forests, olive and citrus groves and palms.
Learn the truth behind the legend of Santa Claus in ancient Myra at the Church of St. Nicholas, a ruined Byzantine church containing the tomb of St. Nicholas, bishop of Myra. Visit the ancient theaters and stadiums and colonnades of the ruined cities of Aspendos and Perge, which reached its zenith under Alexander the Great. Catch up on your Roman history in Adana at the Adana Regional Museum of Roman Ruins. Marvel at the Tas Kopru, the mighty stone bridge built by Hadrian, and the Ulu Cami (Great Mosque) and Castle of Snakes. s.
Stroll in the footsteps of St. Paul at his birthplace in Tarsus. Here is where Marc Antony is said to have summoned Cleopatra to chastise her for supporting his rival Cassius.
Follow the saga of the tragic lovers to Side, another of their secret meeting places. With its ancient harbor, extensive Roman baths and a museum showcasing one of Turkey’s finest archaeological collections, the pretty resort town is a wonderful place to relax and unwind. Share your stories aboard your Turkish gulet while cruising along the Turquoise Coast.
