Antalya / Serik
Ancient cities and archaeological sites
Aspendos Ancient City
Look beyond the Roman theatre to the remains of the city behind it.
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Antalya / Manavgat
Ancient cities and archaeological sites
Side Ancient City
Ancient remains and a living coastal settlement meet on a peninsula.
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Antalya / Döşemealtı
Ancient cities and archaeological sites
Termessos Ancient City
Ancient remains in a mountain setting, with a striking theatre outlook.
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Antalya / Kemer
Ancient cities and archaeological sites
Phaselis Ancient City
Ancient harbours, aqueducts and coastal scenery in one archaeological setting.
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Antalya / Kumluca
Ancient cities and archaeological sites
Olympos Ancient City
Traces of a Lycian port along a river and the approach to the coast.
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Antalya / Demre
Ancient cities and archaeological sites
Myra Ancient City
Discover Lycian rock tombs and a Roman theatre in Demre.
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İstanbul / Fatih
Historic buildings and monuments
Basilica Cistern
Discover a Byzantine water reservoir among columns and reflections in Sultanahmet.
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İstanbul / Beyoğlu
Historic buildings and monuments
Galata Tower
A historic tower museum above the streets of Galata, known for its Istanbul panorama.
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Antalya / Muratpaşa
Historic buildings and monuments
Hadrian’s Gate
A three-arched Roman monumental gateway at the edge of Kaleiçi.
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Antalya / Muratpaşa
Historic quarters and villages
Antalya Old Town — Kaleiçi
Explore Antalya’s historic streets and harbour district on foot.
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Nevşehir / Ürgüp
Castles and city walls
Ortahisar Castle
A rock citadel rising above the streets and buildings of Ortahisar.
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Nevşehir / Avanos
Historic quarters and villages
Avanos Historic Centre
Combine a riverside walk with the town’s pottery tradition.
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