Side is a 60 km east of Antalya and is part of Manavgat. Side is known for its long sandy beaches, sunny climate and its many attractions both in the archaeological field as natural environment.
Side is just 45 minutes from Antalya airport, his luxurious hotels on the seaside with blue flag is also the attraction of thousands of tourists.
The old town of Side is located on a peninsula in the Mediterranean and the history of Side dates back to 7th century BC. Side grew into an important trading center for the Greeks and Romans.
On the Western side, you have a wide sandy beach to Antalya, large parts of the beach are distributed to hotels. To the east of Side have a narrow sandy beach with some rocks and archaeological ruins in the background. On the east beach of Side there is also more wind.
The East Beach is going to the Sorgun forest, this is one of the biggest forests in Turkey at the beach.
The old town of Side is almost totally occupied by local merchants and restaurants and bars, where it is pleasant stroll in the evening along the picturesque buildings. The old town of Side is in the high season is forbidden for cars, dolmus bus (small buses) drive back and forth to bring you to your destination.
Due to the tourism, the Turkish Cuisine is also adapted to Western tastes and needs.
On ca. 30 minutes you are in Belek, where world-renowned golf courses are available.
In the winter, you ca. 2uur30 in the Taurus Mountains skiing.
In short, everyone finds something to their liking in Side back.
