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Side is located
on the Mediterranean coast of
Turkey about 45 minutes from the Antalya Intl. airport. It
is situated on a small peninsula and surrounded on 3 sides
by the beautiful waters of the Mediterranean.
This popular seaside town has a unique atmosphere as ancient
ruins and quaint cottages stand side by side.
Side offers something for everyone. The magnificent and well
preserved ancient theater dates from the the 2nd C AD. It is
one of the largest in Turkey and seats over 14,000 people.
Side has a number of beaches and while some offer a variety
of water sports others are quieter and provide an ideal
getaway. The town's winding alleyways and harbor offer a
wide selection of restaurants, bars and small shops packed
with beautiful souvenirs.
Located in Side town of Manavgat District. 8 km. from
Manavgat. Ancient agora bath from A.D. 5-6th centuries,
dating from Roman Age, was restored in 1960/61 and converted
into a museum.
Seleucia
Ancient City
In Bucaksihlar, 15 km northeast of Side, are the remains (in
good condition) of an agora, Roman baths, temples, churches,
and a mausoleum. Nestled in the forests, it makes for a
lovely and peaceful excursion.
Side
Museum
Located in Side town of Manavgat District. 8 km. from
Manavgat. Ancient agora bath from A.D. 5-6th centuries,
dating from Roman Age, was restored in 1960/61 and converted
into a museum.
The majority of exhibits in the museum are the ruins
discovered by Prof. Dr. Arif Müfid Mansel in excavations
during 1947-1967, in the ancient town of Side. There are
inscriptions, weapon embossing from Hellenistic, Roman and
Byzantine Periods, sculptures which are Roman Period copies
of Greek originals, torsos, temples, tomb steles, portraits,
ostotecs and column pedestals on exhibition in the museum.
Manavgat
Waterfalls
The Manavgat Waterfalls (80 km to the east of Antalya) are
not high but the current is very powerful and the water
rushes milky-white over the rocks. Near the waterfalls are
shady tea gardens, restaurants and souvenir shops, making it
a pleasant, cool, rest stop, especially welcome after a day
of sightseeing. It is possible to take a delightful boat
trip on the Manavgat River and explore this lovely area.
Koprulu Canyon National Park
Located 65km from Side, this canyon is surrounded by pine
forests and giant cedar trees. Within the boundaries of the
national park, Kopru Cay is a favorite destination for river
rafting and canoeing.
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