Manavgat offers its visitors many alternatives in
terms of places to visit. There are many important destinations to visit in
Manavgat, the district of Antalya, which hosts thousands of local and foreign
tourists.
Manavgat, which has hosted many civilizations
throughout its history, has many natural beauties, historical buildings,
museums, beaches and ancient cities that you can add to your list of places to
visit. The district, which is very rich with its wide and long canyons,
waterfalls, temples, old structures and water resources, offers many
opportunities for its visitors to have a pleasant holiday.
Manavgat
Waterfall
Manavgat Waterfall, one of the
most popular destinations in Manavgat, is also among the natural beauties of
the region. Transportation to the waterfall, which is approximately 4
kilometers away from the town center, is done by private vehicle or city
transportation.
The waterfall, which has become the symbol of Manavgat, is frequently visited by the local people. The waterfall, which is an indispensable part of the summer months with its location in touch with nature, impressive view and coolness, is at a lower level than its counterparts. The waterfall, which was formed as a result of the water coming from the Manavgat River pouring down from a small height, has a white appearance due to the erosion of the forms where it falls. There are many facilities around the waterfall, where the waters are quite cold, where you can meet your food and beverage needs
Apollon Temple
The temple, one of the most important historical
structures of the region, is in Side, approximately 7 kilometers away from the
town center. Transportation to the temple can be done by private vehicle or
Side minibuses.
M.S. The temple, which was
built around 150 BC, took its name from Apollo, known as the god of poetry, art
and the sun in mythology. The temple, which is one of the most visited
structures in the region by tourists, is also extremely suitable for nature
walks. The Corinthian-headed columns in the building, which has an impressive
appearance with its sea view, have survived to the present day exactly as they
were when it was built.
Side
Ancient City
The ancient city located in
Side, a holiday resort of Manavgat, is 6 kilometers away from the town center.
Transportation to the ancient city, one of the oldest settlements in the
region, can be done by private vehicle or Side minibuses.
B.C. The ancient city, built in
78, was used as a port city for many years. The city, built by the Romans, is
among the most remarkable destinations to visit. Another structure that must be
seen in the ancient city, which has a magnificent appearance with its city
walls and columned streets, is the ancient theater. The ancient theater, which
is a huge structure with an average capacity of 17 thousand people, is among
the structures of the Roman period.
Köprülü
Canyon National Park
Köprülü Canyon National Park,
one of the popular natural beauties of Manavgat, is located within the borders
of Bozyaka District, approximately 65 kilometers away from the district center.
Transportation to the park is by private vehicle or Bozyaka minibuses.
The national park, where many
rafting organizations around the world are held, also has the longest canyon in
Turkey. Extreme sports can be easily done in the region, which gained national
park status in 1973. Köprüçay, one of the important water resources of the
region, can also be visited, and rare creatures such as deer, mountain goats
and badgers can be observed within its pure borders.
Historical
Aspendos Bridge
The bridge, built over Köprüçay, which is among the water resources of the
region, is approximately 33 kilometers from the district center. Transportation
to the building is provided by private vehicle.
M.S. The structure, which was
built in the 4th century, is known as Köprüpazar Bridge by the local people.
The bridge, built during the Roman period, was renovated during the Seljuk
period. The bridge, which later underwent restoration work in 1920, took its
final form today. The effects of Seljuk architecture can also be seen in the
building, which has distinct features of Roman architecture. The region, where
you can explore the natural beauties around it and also organize a historical
trip, is among the places to visit during your Manavgat holiday.
Titreyen
Lake
Titreyen Lake, one of the places to visit in Manavgat, is one of the natural
beauties of the region. Transportation to the water source located in the
southeast of the district center can be done by private vehicle.
The lake, located in the Sorgun
town of the district, draws attention with the vibration of the waters on it
due to very light winds due to its location. The lake, which takes its name
from this feature, also serves as a set for the Manavgat Stream. Titreyen Lake,
which covers a total area of 3 thousand square meters, also has a great
variety of bird and fish populations. The lake, which has many restaurants and
recreational facilities around it, is among the most popular destinations in
the region with its view and atmosphere.
Altınbeşik
Cave National Park
Transportation to the park, which is approximately 55 kilometers
away from Manavgat district center, can be done by private vehicle.
Altınbeşik Cave National Park,
which also hosts Düdensuyu Cave, is located just on the western ridge of the
Manavgat Valley. There is a 100-meter lake at the entrance of the cave, and a
slightly smaller lake at the exit of the structure. The 2200-meter part of the
cave, which has been accepting visitors since 1995, can be seen. Entrance to
the cave, where archaeological work is still ongoing, is only possible in
summer and autumn. The cave, which fills with water in other months due to the
rain in the region, is among the important natural beauties of the region.