Antalya, Turkey
Dating back to Roman times, Antalya’s seafront historic core
contains many of the city's must-sees. Following extensive renovations, the
district of Kaleici now boasts several hotels, restaurants and shops. Take a
stroll down the area’s narrow streets and spot ancient mosques along the way,
as well as tons of bars and cafes where you can try local cuisine. Load up on
souvenirs from the shops, then head off to the pier for fantastic views of the
harbour.
Kaleiçi is the historic city centre of Antalya, Turkey Until modern times, almost the entire city was confined within its walls. It has structures dating from the Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, Ottoman and modern Turkish republican eras. Most of it however, dates to the late 18th and 19th centuries. While some of the traditional Turkish homes are occupied by residents, many have been converted into boutique hotels, restaurants and shops selling handicrafts and other folkloric arts. The area has been undergoing to an extensive restoration by the municipality of Antalya.
The Kaleiçi area is located in the centre-eastern portion of the city along the Mediterranean coast fronted by the yacht harbour that dates to the Roman era.
The name Kaleiçi means "Inside the
Kale" or "Inner Kale" (Kale itself means castle or fortress).
