Manavgat in Turkey - the famous resort on the Mediterranean coast, the third largest after Antalya and Alanya in its region, is considered one of the most picturesque regions of the country. The deep and wide river of the same name divides the city and the adjacent territory into two parts. The ancient settlement was founded in the XIV century, and at the end of the XV century Manavgat was annexed to the Ottoman Empire.
Manavgat - weather
The mild Mediterranean climate that prevails in the city of Manavgat in Turkey creates conditions for a long holiday season: from May to October. In the hottest period of the year, which falls in July-August, average temperatures are + 28 ... + 30 degrees, which is 3 - 4 degrees less than in the hot neighboring regions of Turkey. The nature of the resort is truly unique: coniferous pine forests dominate, an unusually lush flora grows in the valley of the river, the coastal cliffs are cut by caves and grottoes, and thanks to the richness of the Manavgat River, amazingly beautiful lakes have formed in the area. Beaches in this area are mostly sandy, but some of the beaches have sand and pebble cover.
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Attractions Manavgat
Tourists, who came to rest in this paradise place, will find many interesting things to see in Manavgat. Other attractions include cultural and historical buildings and unique natural sites.
Manavgat waterfall
At a distance of 3 km from the city of Manavgat is the Manavgat waterfall. Impressive water flow is not high (it is only 2 meters), but forty meters wide. Enterprising Turks discovered fish restaurants near the waterfall and numerous souvenir shops. There is a possibility to go down from the waterfall along the river to the sea on tourist boats or boats. During a short trip, a folklore program and a visit to the cave of Altinbesik with clear lakes and stalactite-stalagmite columns are offered. Anticipating the question: how to get to the Manavgat waterfall, we inform that the local shuttle taxi - dolmush with a Selale sign will take you to the place in a few minutes.
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The main mosque of Manavgat
The Manavgat Mosque Merkez Külliye Camii is the largest on the entire coast of Antalya. The architecture of the Islamic religious building is very unusual - the complex includes four minarets 60 meters high. The central dome of the mosque has a height of 30 meters, it is surrounded by 27 small domes. The place of ablution is very original decorated - the water reservoir resembles a huge stone flower.
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Ruins of Side
On the outskirts of Manavgat are the ruined buildings of the ancient city of Side. Some old structures have been preserved in a relatively good condition: the Roman theater, the city walls that once functioned defensively, the ancient temple and basilica dedicated to Apollo.
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In addition, Manavgat offers interesting excursions to Selekia - an ancient complex of temples, necropolis, mausoleums; in the national cypress-eucalyptus park Köprülü, where there is a beautiful Green Canyon and the stone bridge Oluk, built during the Roman Empire; to Lake Titreyengol with orange plantations and cotton fields stretching on its shores.
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In Manavgat, many tourists are eager to visit the bazaar, where local people sell delicious ripe fruits, excellent Turkish tea, fresh spices and home-made olive oil. With trading, you can cheaply buy cotton and knitted goods, quality leather clothes and shoes. Also, foreigners are in demand for a variety of souvenirs: jewelry, Turkish ceramics, national clothing.
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Modern Manavgat is a wonderful resort place with developed infrastructure, beautiful nature and a lot of places that will be interesting to visit.