It’s worth to start exploring city's sights visiting the Agora square. Several centuries ago, it was the busiest place in the city; there were stalls and a variety of craft workshops next to the square. Only several columns and ruins of an ancient temple have survived to these days; hundreds of tourists come to admire this place every day. Here is also the Museum of Side, the most visited cultural venue of the city.
Side is a prosperous resort that is popular among fans of various types of recreation. Various leisure activities are offered to fans of active pastime. Rafting fans should definitely visit … Open
1. The vast majority of popular hotels are located in the central area of Side. Budget travelers should pay attention to hotels in a remote part of the city; in this case, the cost of … Open
It is notable that the building is located in a hilly place that was quite difficult for the construction works, but ancient aqueduct looks like very sophisticated and well-planned project. How do ancient builders managed to achieve this accuracy still remains a mystery for modern scientists. The part of the fortifications has also survived. Those are massive stone walls that also appeal to fans of exciting excursions.
Side is a city with rich history. In the past this place was a sanctuary for all sorts of criminals, misfits, pirates and runaway slaves. This is also the former largest slave market in Asia … Open
There is another ancient building which has a striking magnificence – the Nymphaeum fountain, framed by majestic marble columns. As you can easily guess from the title, the building is dedicated to water nymphs. During the construction, the building measured 35 meters in length and 15 meters in height. Today, unfortunately, there is not much left of the grand building. For exploring the local history, you should definitely visit the beautiful cultural center Manavgat Kent Muzesi. Among the exhibits on display here are Turkish national costumes, items used in everyday life, and crafts. By visiting the museum, you can get closer acquainted with the culture of the country.
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