Kas is one of the smaller holiday resorts of the Mediterranean coastline but many testify it is the most appealing. While touring the southwest coast, I had scheduled to stay two nights in the town. After the first day, I extended my stay by another three nights and only left because of prearranged commitments. If I could have stayed longer, I would have done. This is not … [Read more...]
Apollo Temple : Where Anthony and Cleopatra Met
A visit to the ruins of the Apollo Temple makes for a fascinating experience for lovers of romance and history. It is believed to be the place where Anthony met Cleopatra; he presented the Apollo Temple as a token of his love and devotion to her. Even without the romantic angle, the Apollo Temple is a magnificent work of architecture dating back to 2nd century AD. What made it … [Read more...]
Aspendos Antique Theatre
A stark comparison from the modernity of the Antalya city center is the Ancient City of Aspendos, found 25 miles to the east. Records hold that Aspendos’ history goes back as far as 1000 BC and flourishing in the 5th century BC, where it became a center of trade and industry with its abundance of oil, wool, and salt. The Theatre of Aspendos As with all ancient towns, the … [Read more...]
Lycian Way of Turkey: A Coastal Walk of the Best Attractions
Throughout history, the lands of Turkey have accommodated numerous empires. One of those was the Lycians who existed on the Mediterranean coast from around 1250BC to 546BC. Known for their many attributes, their main strength was forward thinking, archaeological designs and although not a fierce group of people, they were skilled on the battlefield. Their language disappeared … [Read more...]
Tlos and the Winged Horse Pegasus
Many historical sites and ancient ruins exist in Turkey. This is not a surprise when we think back over its timeline and the various civilizations, empires, and dynasties that have ruled it. Other countries around the world consider it the hub between east and west but Turkey has its eye on another goal. That is to be one of the top visited tourist destinations in the world, … [Read more...]
The Turkish Santa Claus from Demre
Unfortunately, when it comes to celebrating Christmas and the joyful character of Santa Claus, the image that we see of him nowadays is a big difference from his true origins. Now, you might be thinking about the North Pole, his reindeer, elves and a toy workshop for the millions of good little children all around the world. However, the origins of Santa Claus began on the … [Read more...]
Historical Sites in Antalya
The region of Antalya, known as Pamphilia in the ancient world, is full of archaeological sites within an hour or so of the city. Anyone interested in the ancient world would have a hard time running out of things to see in this area. Here are a few options for visitors interested in ancient history Historical Sites in Antalya Kaleici Antalya was founded by Attalos II, … [Read more...]