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Daily Life in Antalya
Guide Location: Turkey » Antalya
Guide Type: Self-guided city tour
# of Attractions: 9
Tour Duration: 2 hour(s)
Transportation Mode: by foot
Travel Distance: 4.1 km
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Author: valery
Life for Altalya's residents is full of activities and basic daily requirements that are familiar the world over, though with a distinctive flavor all its own: visiting hectic shopping centers, street markets, or eateries, walking by distinctive or historic locations made routine by familiarity; or relaxing with a favorite form of entertainment. Try this walking tour and discover both the common and unique aspects of daily life in Antalya.
Tour Stops and Attractions
Yavuz Özcan Park
1) Yavuz Özcan Park
Yavuz Özcan Park has been described as a peaceful respite in Antalya. This park is enchanting with its ponds, small cascades and lovely fountain illuminated at night with colored lights. Unusual sculptures and monuments can be found throughout the park, which is bordered by Konyaaltı Caddesi (Street). The abundance of various species of trees and flowers plus the scent of the Mediterranean sea will draw you back again and again.
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Selekler Shopping Center
2) Selekler Shopping Center
Selekler Çarşısı is a shopping mall in the heart of Antalya where locals will go for a bit of lunch, gifts or souvenirs, or for clothes or household items. Conveniently located on Cumhuriyet Caddesi near some lovely parks, there are three floors with an assortment of spices, textiles, porcelain, clothing, and more. Prices may be a bit higher due to its downtown location, but outside the shops, street performers will often amuse shoppers and casual observers.
Singing Fountain
3) Singing Fountain
The Antalya Singing Fountain is musical therapy for plenty of people that are tired of the Kaleiçi traffic noise, or just enjoy listening to some classical music. The opening melody piece is a very nice one which will ease your mind and will soothe away your worries. The fountain sounds at each hour and the pieces of music are repeated on a regular basis.
Clock Tower
4) Clock Tower
The Clock Tower is a landmark situated in the main square of Kaleiçi, drawing the attention of thousands of people walking by. It will tell you exactly whether to rush because you are getting late, or whether you can slow down and appreciate the beautiful park in its vicinity named Karaalioğlu Park, where people have rested on its benches since the 19th century.
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Hadrian's Gate
5) Hadrian's Gate
Hadrian's Gate is situated at the border of two districts of Antalya. It is a unique landmark in Antalya that overlooks the passing of countless locals and travelers, day and night. Some will rush along, taking no notice of its historical value, while others will linger to take pictures, admiring the ancient structure, imagining how different life must have been back in 130 AD when it was built.
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Mr Blues Pub
6) Mr Blues Pub
This small bar is a bit low key compared to most other nightspots in the city. Here you will find blues music in a relaxing, pleasant atmosphere. Come visit Mr Blues Pub to enjoy chatting, drinking, and dancing. The dress code is casual, and families with kids are the usual daytime crowd, while those in their 20s and 30s stop by on the weekends.
Volkan Restaurant for Turkish Delight
7) Volkan Restaurant for Turkish Delight
The people of Turkey have enjoyed Turkish Delight for centuries. A typical weekend family outing will often include a stop for some of this special dessert. Served with coffee or tea, it is a soft, even delicate jelly made from sugar, rose water, and fruit juices that melts in your mouth. Other ingredients include orange flavor, almonds, and other nuts. The best place in Antalya to savor Turkish Delight is the Volkan Restaurant.
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Turkish Bath (Hamam) at Cender Hotel
8) Turkish Bath (Hamam) at Cender Hotel
A favorite indulgence for the locals is a trip to hamam or Turkish Bath. Traditionally, people would gather for ceremonies, socialization and gossip, as well as cleansing. You will pass through a series of rooms (camekan, hararet, etc.) to don a pestamal (fringed towel), linger in warm or hot rooms, and receive a thorough massage. Many hamams were built during the Ottoman period, and today you will find them in nearly any hotel in Turkey, including the Cender Hotel.
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Ünlüoğlu Baklava Shop
9) Ünlüoğlu Baklava Shop
Among the wide variety of Turkish sweets, a favorite here is baklava. Antalya residents even organize parties featuring this refined dessert. It's unique appearance will draw your attention; one taste will keep you coming back for more. A tasty baklava begins with delicate dough and quality fillings, but the best recipes have their own secrets that make you want to try this delicious treat again and again. Ünlüoğlu is Antalya's favorite baklava shop.
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