 ABOUT BELEK
The resort area of Belek has grown up along a fantastic uninterrupted ribbon of white sand beach backed by lush pine forests and fields watered by turquoise rivers descending from the distant Taurus Mountains. Belek was chosen as a priority area of development to offer the best mix of attractions for tourists and was selected by the European Golf Association as "the Golf Destination of the year 2008".
The region, bathed in sunshine for 300 days of the year, is a haven of sunbathing, swimming and of sporting activities such as windsurfing, water skiing, sailing, rafting, mountain climbing and hunting. If you come to Belek in March and April, you may ski in the mountains in the mornings and swim in the warm waters of the Mediterranean in the afternoons. Ancient historic sites and ruins await your discovery amidst a landscape of pine forests, olive and citrus groves and palm, avocado and banana plantations.
The Belek region is located 30 kilometers on the east side of Antalya province. Belek is within easy reach of the facilities and amenities of Antalya, including the international airport, which is only a 30 minute drive away.
The region has 32 four or five-stars hotels, first-class holiday villages and five golf clubs. All of the facilities, which are first-class, include floodlit tennis courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, completely equipped health and fitness centers, play areas etc. Belek hoteliers are proud that Belek is the new face of Turkish tourism. The area has become Turkey's premier golfing centre and now boasts 8 world class golf courses which cater for all levels of player from beginner to expert. Turkey is beginning to rival the Algarve for the numbers of golfing tourists in received annually.
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ABOUT ANTALYA CITY
With its palm-lined boulevards, internationally-acclaimed marina, charming old houses and castle with traditional architecture, all set amidst a modern city, Antalya is a major tourist centre in Turkey. In addition to the wide selection of hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs and shops, the city also plays host to a number of sporting events throughout the year, like International Beach Volleyball, triathlon, golf tournaments, archery, tennis and canoeing competitions. The Cultural Centre, which opened in 1995, hosts cultural and art events in the fields of music, theatre, and creative arts. The main area of interest in the city is central old quarter within the Roman walls, known as Kaleici, and there are many good museums.
Districts: Akseki, Alanya, Elmali, Finike, Gazipasa, Gundogmus, Ibradi, Kale, Kas, Kemer, Korkutali, Kumluca, Manavgat and Serik are all towns in the province of Antalya.
The old town of Antalya City:
OTHER PLACES OF INTEREST
The 630km shoreline of the province is liberally scattered with ancient cities, harbours, memorial tombs and beaches, secluded coves and lush forests, many of which are easily accessible from the city. A surprise awaits you at a height of 1750 meters above sea level 50 km from Antalya: SAKLIKENT, a natural miracle of cotton-white terraces rock formations. While swimming in the clear. If you are seeking excitement and adventure, how about a day's rafting in Koprulu Canyon? The wide river that flows through the beautiful and marvellous Koprulu Canyon National Park has attracted visitors from all over the world and is a popular tourist place for those who are interested in rafting.
The area around Belek has some mouth-watering attractions within an hours drive. In neighbouring regions, there is the Hellenistic/Roman city of Perge, which is rated second after Ephesus, and the great amphitheatre of Aspendos that still can hold nearly 20.000 people. Nearby are the fantastic Manavgat Falls and the Roman city of Side, a pretty resort town with ancient ruins, two sandy beaches and numerous cafes and restaurants. Only a few miles to the west is Antalya with its surprising harbour and ancient city where Turkish handicrafts, that have begun to be recognized internationally, can be bought. You can also visit ancient Burdur, the Roman city of Termossosa that is located in the high mountains above Antalya and was founded by Alexander the Great in 333 BC.
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