On the territory of this protected area there are more than 600 different types plants, and about 30 of them are endemic and grow only in this area. The canyon got its name from the river, because of which it was formed. This water trail with numerous rapids and waterfalls is a favorite place for special rafts and attracts fans extreme species sports. For lovers of heights and active rest the possibility of mountaineering and horseback riding is offered.
After swimming and walking, you should pay attention to the Oluk Bridge and the ruins of the once famous city Selge. These buildings are monuments of architecture - the hardworking Romans erected them in the second century AD. And the most powerful argument in favor of visiting this area is that the air in national park has a high concentration of ozone, is pure and very healthy.
Perge and Aspendos
the ancient city of Perge and the Aspendos theater - every tourist who rests in Turkey should visit here, feel the atmosphere of the ancient era, touch the history.
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Ancient theater
The ancient theater is one of the main attractions of the architectural and historical complex of Perge, located near the settlement of Belek. This theater, designed for twelve thousand spectators, was built by the Romans on the site of a similar Hellenic building in the second century BC.
The ancient theater is considered one of the best preserved theaters in Asia Minor. The height of the theater stage, decorated with bas-reliefs, is 25 meters. In the bowl of the amphitheater there are 42 rows of seats - 19 at the bottom and 23 at the top. Some of the decorations of the theater are still in their places, but some were transported to the Historical Museum of Antalya for greater preservation.
There are ruins thirty kilometers from Antalya ancient city Aspindos. The main attraction of this museum is under open air- Zeno's theater-palace, dating back to 167 AD. This is the largest building of its kind - the theater's capacity was 20 thousand spectators.
The ancient palace theater is considered the best-preserved theater in Asia Minor. According to legend, it was in this theater that the curtain was first used. An innovation in architecture of that period was the addition of walls, rather than the use of natural relief... It was this theater that was the first to be built in this way. The preservation of the building is so satisfactory that even today it is used every year for an opera and ballet festival.
Aquapark "Troy"
Original thematic stylization "in deep antiquity". Many attractions are for tourists only, no local. There are practically no queues, exciting and new slides for everyone - scary, for children, for couples and much more! The ticket includes the cost of lunch.
Ruins of the city of Hattusha
Not far from the modern Turkish city of Bogazkei was ancient capital Hittites - the city of Hattusha. The ruins of this ancient city are among the sites included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
During the Hittite kingdom, Hattusha had a population of up to 50,000. The city was destroyed along with the Hittite kingdom around 1200. BC. The capital of the once mighty Hittite empire appeared to our contemporaries only thanks to the work of archaeologists. Almost all that remains of the huge empire are the ruins of a great city and mysterious letters that have not yet been fully deciphered by scientists.
On the territory of the excavations, you can walk along the once crowded streets and squares of the legendary Hattusha, examine the remains of palaces, religious and residential buildings, admire the cuneiform letters of ancient bas-reliefs that depict the history of a long-lost civilization. It has its own museum, where you can get acquainted with the history of the ancient settlement and the finds of archaeologists.
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Going with a family on a vacation to Belek, the attractions of which are very diverse, you can be sure of a rich and interesting vacation... Whatever your age and preference, there are a lot to visit amazing places, choose entertainment, spend time actively, get a lot useful information and vivid emotions. Juicy photos will take their rightful place in your photo album, they will delight with memories for many years. For children, such a vacation is moments of a happy childhood that they will never forget.
Belek Attractions
So what to see in Belek? First of all, be sure to visit the Troy Water Park. It is located on the territory of one of the hotels and will become a real discovery of the world for kids. ancient history and water adventures. And in the dolphinarium, located next to the pool, you can watch a fascinating show with dolphins. An exciting sight!
Also numerous excursions await you: to nature reserves, to ancient cities, water parks, a miniature park or a zoo. We definitely recommend the waterfalls. There are many of them around Belek, and each is a unique sight. The beauty of the falling waters, surrounded by fantastic landscapes, can enchant both adults and children. But for the little ones, sightseeing trips can be tiresome, so check your options in advance.
Those who love history will enjoy a trip to the ancient cities of Side and Perge, a visit to the amphitheater of the Greco-Roman city of Aspendos and the old city of Kaleici. And true connoisseurs of art will enjoy contemplating the complex of sand sculptures Sandland, located in neighboring Antalya. Do you like a more active option of rest, can't you without a feeling of excitement? Then rafting on the Kepruchay river is just for you! The adrenaline rush here in the fight against water element and rivals on a nearby boat. Join us!
You will definitely not be bored in Belek. For entertainment, organized in literally all hotels, you can order many other ways of active family vacation... Prices for Belek excursions are indicated in the information on the website. You can choose the routes you are interested in in advance and plan your vacation richly, brightly and interestingly.
Belek is the best resort town Turkey. It gained such significant popularity due to the huge number of sandy beaches located on its territory. The most important attraction of the city is the Kaprulu Canyon national steam. Surprisingly, this park covers 500 hectares of land. Here you can enjoy the magnificent eucalyptus and cypress forests, you will certainly get acquainted with a completely different animal world, you will see truly "birds of paradise", and only here you have a chance to see a huge turtles carriage-caretta. The air in the forest is great and has a very positive effect on the health of the body.
The city has a very developed infrastructure, in addition, there is a modern hotel area. Thus, this particular city is unique place for a vacation that attracts a huge number of tourists. Every year the number of hotels, hotels, spa salons and others entertainment centers growing.
Many tourists associate Belek exclusively with beaches and resort hotels, the choice of interesting sights to visit is also huge here. In the immediate vicinity of the city, there is a unique archaeological region of Perge, on the territory of which an ancient theater was discovered. Thanks to the efforts of modern researchers, this amphitheater has been completely restored, once it could accommodate up to 12,000 spectators. During the excavations in this area, many interesting artifacts were discovered, the age of which is more than 2,000 years old, you can admire them in the Historical Museum of Antalya. Copyright www.site
The wonderful Kadriye market can also claim the title of an outstanding city attraction. Tourists visit it not only to buy souvenirs and national food, but also to get acquainted with the culture. local residents... Only in the market, walking along the colorful rows, you can fully appreciate the versatility national culture and its uniqueness. This market sells wonderful spices, colorful hand-painted dishes, interesting crafts made of clay and wood, as well as very beautiful accessories and jewelry made of gems.
Lovers of natural attractions should definitely sign up for a tour of the Zeytin Tash cave, which is also located in the immediate vicinity of the resort. This cave was discovered just a few years ago, according to some reports, you can see the finest stalactites in the world in it. Now the cave is perfectly equipped for visiting, special wooden bridges have been laid in it, which allow you to admire the underground landscapes without harming them.
One of the main symbols of Belek is the mosque.It is located in the very center of the city and is a true example of local religious architecture. Tourists will love not only the mosque itself, against which spectacular photographs can be taken, but also the surrounding landscaped garden. There are several beautiful fountains with interesting stone compositions, and many ornamental plants are always planted next to the mosque.
Many who have visited Belek say that there is nothing to do outside the hotel. This is partly true, but I myself have lived in Belek for 4 years, so I know that if you wish, you can organize a pastime outside the hotel.
So, if you are tired of being on the territory of the hotel all the time and want at least a little variety:
1. A beach park (beach park) was opened in Belek last year. It is located next to the Sillium Hotel. The park is mainly intended for local residents and foreign property owners, as a public beach, a place to walk and a place to sit in a cafe or restaurant. So there is nothing special for the guests of the five-star residents to do there, however, as the purpose of a walk along the seashore, it will do quite well. From any hotel in Belek, you can walk to it along the shore, the main thing is to choose the right direction. The prices in the local cafes are VERY low, so you can have a beer or a snack without worrying that the hotel has already paid for it.
2. If you nevertheless chose the wrong direction of the walk, it’s not scary, you will still come to the beach park, only already belonging to the village of Kadriye. The prices are already much higher here, however there is a Mexican restaurant built in the style of a ranch where you can ride a horse.
3. In Kadriye you can see the so-called "garden of religions" - a place where a synagogue, a church and a mosque are located in one small area. This place is intended to show the tolerance of the Turks to all religions.
4. If you suddenly want to eat outside the hotel, I can recommend a fish restaurant (Balik Evi) in Belek, as a reference point you can ask Disco Stone. The atmosphere is so-so, but you can sit outside and the food is quite tasty. The Pasha bar has recently opened, the owners have tried to make a modern design and they say it turned out very well, although I myself was not. You can go to the already mentioned Mexican restaurant in Kadriye Beach Park. Well, in the afternoon, as an exotic thing, you can visit the golf club - National Golf (in Kadriye), the clubhouse is free (you can say that you will take golf lessons) and there is a good restaurant with European cuisine, the prices are reasonable.
5. If you are interested in history, the ruins of the ancient city of Aspendos are located 15 minutes drive from Belek. The amphitheater is especially interesting. It is very well preserved and during the summer various concerts are held there: classical music, opera, dance shows. Russian musicians are often involved. The concert is definitely worth a visit! Amazing experience - excellent acoustics, wonderful atmosphere of the ancient amphitheater. However, you will have to sit on the stone steps, so be sure to bring some kind of pillows. But it's really worth it. At the entrances to Aspendos there are picturesque restaurants, some of which are fish, in some they make gözleme (Turkish flatbread).
Also about 20 minutes drive from Belek are the ruins of 2 other ancient cities Sillyon and Perge. Sillyon is located on a hill, when you leave Belek on the main road towards Antalya, you can see it - a hill with a flat top.
6. If you are not going on rafting, then you should at least see the places where it is held - National park Koprulu Kanyon. First, really very beautiful nature... Secondly, there are several restaurants along the way that serve trout. And besides, there are ruins of another ancient city - Selge. The name koprulu canyon translates as canyon with a bridge. The bridge is ancient Roman, through the canyon where the river flows (along which rafting is carried out).
7. Belek is located half an hour drive from Antalya. In addition to the standard shopping in Antalya, there is something to do. First, it is worth visiting the Duden Falls. Lower Duden is located in Lara - it is a river that falls from the rocks into the sea. The sight is very beautiful. There is a cafe and a restaurant. They are municipal, so I don't recommend eating anything, but you can sit in a cafe, drink tea, very beautiful view on the sea. The upper Duden waterfall is located in the northeast of Antalya, in the upper course of the same river. Actually, this is a group of waterfalls, also very a nice place, there are several picturesque restaurants. East of Duden there is another waterfall, Kursunlu, they say it is also very beautiful, but I was not there myself. You can walk through the old city in the center of Antalya, narrow streets go down to the harbor, where you can take a yacht ride for an hour or two. In the evening, go to Konyaalti Beach Park (Konyaalti Beach Park) - many bars, discos, various restaurants, cafes, etc. is a very lively place where the youth of Antalya hang out.
In July 2016, near the Turkish resort of Belek, the grandiose theme park "The Land of Legends Theme Park" was inaugurated. "Land of Legends" is not only the largest recreation and entertainment park in Turkey, located on an area of 63 thousand hectares, but also the first five-star hotel designed specifically for children.
The park was designed for the premium hotel chain Rixos by Emaar Properties PJSC, with the participation of the world famous Cirque du Soleil show director Franco Dragone.
The Land of Legends invites guests to immerse themselves in the atmosphere magical world fantasies, become participants in a colorful theatrical performance, visit the water world with its numerous slides (72 slides and 43 water attractions), a high-tech surfing pool, a water space with sea waves, an underwater safari, a 5D cinema, cafes, restaurants, bars, SPA centers , boulevard with shops of world famous brands and accommodate in comfortable rooms of standard and deluxe type.
LAND OF LEGENDS
The Land of Legends Theme Park "is open to both hotel guests and the general public. The park is divided into themed zones, designed based on fairy tales.
Here everyone will find something to their liking: a huge number of water attractions, slides, swimming pools for adults and children, a unique pool that imitates sea waves with a height of more than 2 m, a giant man-made volcano.
The bravest will be offered to curb the wave on a surfboard or ride on one of the most extreme water slides.
You can take a boat trip, go under water and meet a rich underwater world, meet a variety of marine animals and fish in a huge aquarium - a pool with sea water.
It is now possible to make a unique underwater trip in the See Treck underwater spacesuit in Turkey! This is a new popular entertainment for those who want to see the inhabitants of the underwater world.
In the animal park, you are invited to observe or even personally get acquainted with dolphins, penguins and tigers, see how they swim, play or perform in front of the public. And you can swim with dolphins accompanied by an experienced instructor.
For lovers beach holiday you can relax in the atmosphere of a tropical island on a beach with white sand and palm trees.
WATER WORLD - Legend of Aqua
Visit the aquatic world of The Land of Legends theme park with its breathtaking 43m high slides that can slide at speeds of up to 86 km per hour!
Rafting Rapids
Water attraction with a unique geometric shape
Space rocket
Aqua slide with a special rocket-shaped entrance.
Tower falls
Sea voyager
A "traditional" kamikaze slide for each water park.
Aqua tower
A set of slides - "water tower".
My dive
Aqua play
The water slides are just the beginning of the adventure. Ahead is a visit to the Tower of Legends and the music world of The Land of Legends Theme Park.
A PLAY OF LIGHT AND SHADOW
Every evening you can see a show created by characters who entertained guests all day. Fairytale castle, main gate, fountains and water channel, designed by Franco Dragone, become the center of a colorful show program. The carnival boat show features unusual fairy-tale characters, whose images are inspired by the paintings of Hieronymus Bosch. The fountains act as a backdrop for the performance, they bring artwork to life from water, light and sound. This is a huge show not to be missed!
RIXOS WORLD THE LAND OF LEGENDS 5 hotel *
The Land of Legends Theme Park will remain one of the brightest impressions in your memory!
You can get to the amusement park while staying in the hotels of the chain RIXOS HOTELS located in the resorts of Belek, Kemer on the Antalya coast Mediterranean Sea... Guests of Rixos hotels in the 2016 season receive a free ticket and shuttle to the park.
RIXOS PREMIUM BELEK 5 * (Belek) - spread over a gigantic territory and has a variety of rooms. You can relax at the hotel all year round. Fine restaurants, branded drinks, indoor pools, there is even a small indoor water park, bowling. Inside the hotel building there is a French street with bars and boutiques, with simulated rain and thunderstorms.
RIXOS PREMIUM TEKIROVA 5 * (Kemer) - a large green area covered with palm and pine trees. For children, a wonderful mini-club is organized on the territory, there is a swimming pool with water slides... The hotel has an active and not obtrusive animation, a high level of service and varied food.
RIXOS SUNGATE 5 * (Kemer) - bulk sand beach, an artificial bay, huge, even by Turkish standards, territory, a large number of different types of rooms, many restaurants, water park, animation and sports entertainment, great food and great selection of drinks.
RIXOS BELDIBI 5 * (Kemer) - a small well-groomed area, its own sand and pebble beach. As a pleasant addition for guests staying at the hotel, daily 10:00 - 24:00 runs free transfer to Rixos Sungate. Guests can use the entire infrastructure of the Rixos Sungate.
