Side city (Turkey). Side, Turkey: description of the resort

For which category of vacationers is Side suitable? In Side, any vacationer will find a holiday village to their liking. For amateurs, these are Manavgat and Side. For lovers of landscapes, Kyzylach and Sorgun are suitable. these are Cholakli, Titreyengel and Kumkoy.

If you are planning to spend a vacation in Turkey, in particular in the Side area, it is advisable to conduct reconnaissance in force and find out which area is best for you.

Kyzylach

Good for leisurely rest, there are many orchards and picturesque landscapes. Perfect for couples with children. There are no shopping centers, but all types of marine entertainment are available. For the sights, it is better to do a short way to the ancient city of Side.

Kyzyl

The area is located, just gaining momentum... Suitable for lovers of a very secluded holiday, since it is located far from all infrastructure, there is no entertainment here, as well as ancient ruins and artifacts. The coast is half empty even in high season, the beach is sandy and pebble. However, the entrance to the sea is not always convenient due to boulders at the bottom of the sea and high waves.

Kumkoy

Located near Side and 65 km from. It will be a great choice for nightlife lovers as it is flooded with clubs and discos. Nature lovers will be disappointed, no beautiful views are observed here. But married couples with children are waiting for a sandy beach and a gentle entrance to the sea.

Important! There are few boulders on the side of the beach that is closer to Side (near the Nova Park Hotel, for example).

During the day, you can ride a yacht, jeeps and raft in Manavgat. A large number of nightclubs will be available for young people at night. The most popular are:

• Nimpheon (next to the beach);
• Appolo Club (by the harbor, near the temple);
• Lighthouse Disco.

Note! The Oxid party is the most popular among Russian tourists. It is stylized as an old fortress and every evening there are foam parties and open-air dances.

Manavgat

for travel around the neighborhood. Food, shopping, and accommodation are cheaper and generally suitable for those looking to save money but stay close to attractions. In the afternoon, you can raft down the river or ride a bike through the coniferous forests, visit the Manavgat waterfall.

The main attractions nearby are:

• koprulu Canyon Park;
• waterfall Manavgat;
• lake Titreyengol;
• oymapinar Dam and Reservoir;
• ruins of the city of Seleucia.

Note! There are few ancient ones, but just a few kilometers away is the most interesting place in the area - the ancient city of Side with an amphitheater, Agora, the Temple of Apollo and baths.

Side Center

It has . Excellent developed infrastructure, transport accessibility, all types of water activities are presented. Hotels are presented for every taste and budget, and for night party-goers there are clubs and noisy discos.

Important! The historical center of Side was founded by the Greeks in the 7th century. BC e .. The city was the largest port of Pamphylia at that time and is named after the nymph Side, which means "pomegranate".

The main historical attraction in Side is the ancient city of Side with dilapidated temples of Artemis and Apollo, columns, a fountain, an ancient theater and an aqueduct.

Sorgun

A real paradise for two categories of tourists: lovers of secluded relaxation and connoisseurs of natural landscapes. The village is surrounded by pine forests. The almost complete absence of nightlife, plus the pine scent and sea breeze, will bring guests peace of mind and physical peace. An excellent place for families with children, the entrance to the sea is gentle. But shopping here is not very good.

Titreyengel

The village got its name from the lake of the same name, here the most beautiful river in Turkey Manavgat. Quiet rest with a sandy beach (though sometimes pebbles are also found). Sometimes stones are found at the entrance to the sea. There are many cafes, bars with incendiary parties and small shops with souvenirs. However, for a full-fledged shopping it is better to choose another place.

Colakli

and leisurely rest... The entrance to the sea is shallow, with a sandy beach and there are all kinds of entertainment in the form of a zoo, animation, and a water park. There is no noisy nightlife here, with the exception of a few discos. There are almost no sights here, except for the mosque, so it is worth going to Side for the ancient ruins.

Safety - what to watch out for?

The Side area is a tourist area, so it is enough to adhere to the usual security measures:

• leave valuables, documents and large amounts of money in the hotel safe;
• do not leave things in the front seat of the car during stops.

Founded in the 7th century. BC e. natives of Kim Aeolian. For several centuries Side was an important port of Pamphylia, located on the Malaya Peninsula. Today, the most popular Turkish beach resort annually receives thousands of tourists from all over the world who have decided to spend their holidays on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. Dozens of various hotels have been built in Side, restaurants with national cuisine have been opened, and an extensive excursion program has been developed by local travel agencies.
The climate in the beach area of \u200b\u200bSide is Mediterranean with dry and quite hot summers. The air temperature in the sea does not drop below + 17 ° С even in winter, and in July-August the water warms up to + 27 ° С. The swimming season starts on the beaches of the resort in early May and lasts until mid-November.

Choosing a beach

The old center of Side has two beach areas, each with its own characteristics:

• The western beach in the center of the resort is very popular among adherents of a quiet family vacation. The entrance to the sea in this part of the beach is shallow, the water warms up faster, there are no holes and dangerous currents. Parents with children are usually located on West Beach, for whom a comfortable and safe vacation is a priority. The disadvantages of the beach are its immense popularity among tourists and, as a result, the problem with finding places if you like to sleep long in the morning.
• On the East Beach, lovers of solitude and silence will like it more. The strip of sand here is set off by coniferous or orange trees, and civilization in the form of renting jet skis and parachutes for parasailing is very reluctant to get to the east.

If you prefer an active holiday and keep track of your fitness even while on vacation, a variety of entertainment awaits you on the seaside in Side. The resort's West Beach is home to all kinds of water sports, from diving to fishing and yachting to snorkeling. Equipment can be rented right on the shore.
The seaside in Side is divided between hotels and you will hardly be allowed to freely get to the beach of an expensive hotel. And on the municipal beaches you can go freely, and you only need cash to rent a sun lounger or umbrella.

Divers note

The coast of Side is washed by the Mediterranean Sea, which is not one of the most beautiful on the planet in terms of the underwater world. And yet divers come to the resort, and their main target is the sunken objects. Those who are keen on river diving in the vicinity of Side are invited to explore several sites that are of considerable value in the ranking of similar places.
The most popular diving site off the coast of Side is located near the old one. During the Second World War, a warship belonging to the French army sank here. In the coastal waters of the resort rests in peace an American plane that crashed in battle in the 40s. last century.
Fans of bright fish will appreciate an underwater trip to coral reefs - modest in comparison with other dive sites on the planet, but very attractive for novice athletes.
Diving centers have been opened in Side. Even ten-year-olds can attend courses. Experienced instructors, some of whom are Russian speaking, teach the basics of underwater walks and organize the first diving sessions.

Children's rest in Side

Even the most ardent fans of seaside holidays can get bored of the monotony of the beach, and therefore the tourist infrastructure of Side provides for various active entertainment. Young tourists are invited to visit water parks and nature reserves.
Waterplanet, the closest water park to the resort, is built right on the beach. One of the largest in the region, it has a wide range of attractions and entertainment. The water slides of the water park are thought out perfectly and are arranged so that both kids and adults can enjoy the ride.
When choosing where to stay in Side, pay attention to hotels that specialize in children's recreation. Many hotels have their own water parks and sea water pools on the territory. This makes it possible to comfortably rest and swim, even if the weather deteriorates for a short time and the sea becomes unsafe.

Side is located on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey between two popular resort towns (s). It differs from the previous two in its small size. It has only 15 thousand inhabitants. That is why Side is suitable for a relaxing family vacation at the sea. However, in Side you can stay at a hotel and use the city for trips along the coast, complementing your beach vacation with an active and educational one.

Roman ruins near Side

Side is located on the D-400 highway, which connects Antalya and Alanya. These cities have international airports where you can fly from Russia. From Antalya to Side to go 75 kilometers, and to Alanya - 65 kilometers. Drive 15 kilometers to the nearest large settlement - Manavgat.

Side on the map:

It is useful to know the distance from Side to other resorts on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey:

• - 120 kilometers. Goynuk and Tekirova are located nearby.
• Finike - 190 kilometers.
• Fethiye - 270 kilometers, if you move first along the D-400, and then from Antalya - along the D-330, which runs far from the sea. If you move along the coastal road D-400, then 360 kilometers of path between Side and Fethiye.
• - 400 kilometers along the shortest route through Fethiye.
• Anamur - 185 kilometers along the coast to move to the southernmost cape of Turkey.
• Mersin - 410 kilometers to it, if you go along the coast.

To some other worth visiting cities in Turkey, the distance (in km) is as follows:

• Konya - 230.
• – 530.
• Bursa - 600.
• Ankara - 500.
• Kayseri - 540.
• – 850.

It is 1150 kilometers to Trabzon, and from it another 170 to the border with Georgia.

Ruins at sunset

Like many other cities in Turkey, Side has ancient Greek roots. The first information in ancient sources about Side dates back to the 7th century BC. It was founded by people from the city of Kim Aeolian, which was the second largest settlement in the region at that time (after Smyrna).

The local population 2,700 years ago spoke the Sidet language, which is extinct and belongs to the Indo-European family. In one of the Anatolian dialects of the Greek language "Side" means "pomegranate". In antiquity, the city belonged to the Pamphylia region and was its largest port. The location for the construction was well chosen - along the port on both sides. Already in the 5th century BC. the city minted its own coins.

In 334 BC. the army of Alexander the Great entered it without meeting any resistance. After the collapse of the unified empire of Alexander the Great, the city was owned by the Hellenistic states, ruled by the Ptolemies and Seleucids. In 190 BC. it became the site of rivalry between Rhodes and Syria. It is interesting that the fleet of the latter was commanded by the famous commander Hannibal from Carthage, and the Romans supported Rhodes in that war. In the II century BC. Side turned out to be a relatively free city, located between the possessions of the Seleucids and the state of Pergamum. It was in those years that the new port of Attalia (now Antalya) appeared.

Side became famous as a pirate base. They were defeated by the Romans in 78 BC, and by the end of the century the city became part of the province of Galatia. Until the 3rd century BC. it flourished, in its best years it was inhabited by 60 thousand people. It was during this period of its history that most of the surviving ruins belong.

From the 4th century A.D. the Christian period of the history of Side began. First, the city experienced decline due to the raids of the highlanders, and then revival, as it became the seat of the bishop of Eastern Pamphylia. The hospital building has survived from those years. In the 7th century, it was often ruined by Arab pirates, which is why the city again experienced a period of decline and desolation.

In the Seljuk period, it was known as “Old Antalya”. During the years of the Ottoman Empire and the Turkish Republic, it was never able to regain its former glory, and by the beginning of the XXI century it had about 10 thousand people.

Landscapes around Side

Climate

The southern coast of Turkey belongs to the Mediterranean climate zone, so Side does not fundamentally differ from Antalya or Alanya. This area is characterized by hot and dry summers. Winters are cool but mild.

Average temperatures reach 28 degrees in July and August, while in winter they drop to 10-12 degrees. In the winter months there is from 200 to 220 mm of precipitation, and in summer their amount is less than 10 mm, in August, for example, 2. September and May are also characterized by an almost complete absence of precipitation. In October there are about 70 mm of them, but you can still rest, the velvet season, fewer tourists and lower hotel prices.

The number of hours of sunshine is 12-13 in the summer months and 5 in December and January. The sea water temperature in July reaches 28 degrees. In October it is 24 degrees, and in May - 20. The minimum water temperature is observed in February - 16 degrees.

So, it is best to come to Side in summer, but the velvet season in October also has its advantages:

• Sometimes it rains, so the photos will be more varied: Waterfalls look more beautiful;
• Prices are lower;
• There is no heat.

Road to Side

How to get there?

By air

Side is located approximately halfway between the two airports - Alanya and Antalya. The second is larger and is 20 kilometers closer. What these airports have in common is that most flights to them are seasonal.

By land

Side Bus Station is located in the southern part of the city next to the stadium. Buses turn from Ataturk Boulevard to the street that has the name of the city.
The city is small, so the best way to get there is from Antalya. Buses run between them every 20 minutes. They are quite civilized, with wifi, headphones and TV inside.
The trip from Istanbul to Side will take 9-10 hours and will cost 100 liras. Flights depart from 8 am to 10 pm.

Antalya is easily accessible from major cities in Turkey where there are airports. For example, from Trabzon to go 21 hours and 130 lira is a ticket. Flights depart from the bus station in the morning. 15-16 hours will take a trip from Samsun, 120 liras per ticket. 8 hours drive from Izmir and from 60 lira per ticket.

Bus in Turkey

Transport

Due to the small size of the city, the choice of public transport is limited. Taxis and dolmush minibuses with prices of 2-3 lira per ticket are everywhere. The city stretches for approximately 11-12 kilometers from west to east and 4 kilometers from south to north to the D-400 highway. You can just walk to the neighboring Manavgat.

Hotel in Side

Hotels

There is a large selection of hotels in Side, mainly focused on all-inclusive family vacations.

For example, the Aura hotel is located in the city center. It has a panoramic terrace and a private beach. It offers free WiFi, car rental and free parking. Guests can stay in double and triple rooms. In high season, prices start at 4,000 rubles for two guests per night. Most of the rooms are decorated in light colors.

Surrounded by trees, Pension Yukser is 50 meters from the beach. Rooms are furnished in minimalist style. Guests can enjoy breakfast and afternoon tea on the garden terrace. In appearance it looks like a small old building.
The following services are available to guests: darts, currency exchange, safe, public computer. In general, there are few of them, as in most boarding houses in Turkey.
Accommodation for 7 nights for two guests will cost from 16 thousand rubles in high season. Standard rooms - single and double beds.

The Tas Motel is similar in price, service and decoration, which is located in the south of the city between Barbarossa Street and the city museum. It has triple rooms.

Not far from Tas Motel is Kamer Motel. In the low season (end of April) for two guests 4 nights will cost 11.5 thousand rubles. It has a beach with sun loungers and a small restaurant. Rooms are decorated in light colors and have their own balconies.

Of the five-star hotels, Side Prenses Resort Hotel & Spa can be noted. It is located in the western part of the city. It has its own private sandy beach 300 meters from the building. In addition, guests have access to outdoor pools, water slides, a spa center, and a gym. As a separate service, you can pay for billiards, laundry, massage.

Meals are served in the main restaurant in a buffet style, and there are also 4 bars with drinks and cocktails. In low season, one night there costs from 6,700 rubles for two adults.

The rooms are varied:

• Double.
• Family (3 adults and a child or 2 and 2).
• Junior suite for 4 adults.
• Triple room with sea view.

In most of the listed hotels, the staff speaks Russian.

Side Aquamarin Resort is located on the western outskirts of the city. It has a 24-hour front desk, its own private beach and a water park with two slides. Some of the rooms have balconies. Guests are served buffet style. In a standard room in the low season, you can stay for 5000 rubles per day for two.
The hotel offers guests the following entertainment:

• Bingo game;
• Aerobics;
• Live music;
• Children's club and playroom;
• Animators;
• Diving;
• Canoe;
• Windsurfing;
• Tennis;
• Library;
• Tour agency;
• Aquapark;
• Pools;
• Spa lounge;
• Massage and hairdressing services.

In addition, there are services for children and the disabled.

Turkish cuisine

Kitchen

You can eat at the hotel, where a buffet is often offered, and in numerous catering establishments. Their density is especially high on the southern cape, between the museum and the Ataturk monument. There are fewer of them in the part of the city north of the bus station, but there you can find McDonald's, Burger King, various bakeries and pizzerias.

Some “Pide-Kebap Salonu” operate from 9 am to 3 am. The cheapest food costing a few liras per serving is boat-shaped cakes (pide), Turkish pizzas (lahmajun), side dishes like pasta and beans, local manti in yoghurt (they have little resemblance to the usual Central Asian ones). The restaurants have a wide selection of Turkish and European cuisine.

What to try in Turkey? Baklava is worth noting of the sweets. It is satisfying, sometimes a couple of bites are enough to satisfy your hunger. It can be pistachio or contain chocolate nougat. Of the hearty and spicy meat dishes, one can name kokrech, that is, lamb giblets on a spit.

Other than that, it's worth trying:

• Balyk-ekmek - fresh fish with bread;
• Simit - bagels;
• Dondurma ice cream;
• Iskander Kebab;
• Chig kofte - meat patties.

Sale of souvenirs

Shopping

Side is not the best city for shopping in Turkey. It is small, so it is better to go shopping and shopping centers in neighboring Antalya before flying back. For example, Lidl, Bim, Carrefour and Migros stores can be found on Kemer Boulevard between the beach area and the D-400 highway.

The Migros shopping center is located along the same road. The city has several small markets where bargaining is common, for example when shopping for clothes. The main products to look out for in Turkey are: clothing, jewelry, tea, sweets, fabrics, dishes, wine.

Archeology Museum in Side

sights

The main attraction of Side can be considered ancient ruins - some of the best on the peninsula of Asia Minor. They are located on a promontory in the southern part of the city. The most interesting object is the Roman theater, which could seat 15-20 thousand people.

The city walls, Hellenistic gates, broken columns, a square Agora, the Temple of Fortune, the Temple of Dionysus, a public bathhouse with sarcophagi from the Roman period have survived. In addition to these ruins, a nymph (an artificial grotto near the bus station), an aqueduct, and three temples have survived on the cape in the city.

The city museum is located next to the ruins on the cape. It is open from 08:30 to 19:30. Its visit costs 15 liras. The museum exposition reflects all periods of the city's history: Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine. It displays samples of weapons, as well as amphorae, sarcophagi, statues, tombstones. All this was found during excavations in 1947-1967. In general, it does not fundamentally differ from other archaeological museums in the seaside part of Turkey.

Antique theater

From the central part of Side, you can organize a hiking trip north to the Taurus Mountains. After Manavgat, there will be the Bucakseyhler settlement, and behind it are the ruins of the ancient city of Seleucia. Once the Roman general Maar Antony built this fortress in the mountains to protect Side. It is little studied, in 1975 a short excavation was carried out. In the 7th century, it was abandoned due to drought. Now, among the objects of Seleucia, one can observe the agora, gates, mausoleum, Roman baths, and a necropolis. All this splendor is hidden among the pine forest.

Here are a few more places to visit:

• Keprelu Canyon. The national park was created in 1973. Its depth reaches 400 meters and it stretches 14 km along the river bank. The recreation area has a preserved Roman bridge, and there are fish restaurants serving trout dishes.
• Ruins of the ancient city of Selge. Once it was densely populated, the army of Alexander the Great passed by its walls in 333 BC. and the Goths in the 5th century A.D. Now you can see the ruins of a theater, a well-preserved Roman bridge, the remains of an aqueduct and walls.
• Tilkiler Cave. It is named after the nearest village and is located north of Side and the ruins of Seleucia. The cave was discovered in 1976, it has a length of 6.5 km and a depth of 160 meters. It is the third longest in Turkey.
• Oymapinar Dam. It was built according to a Soviet project in 1984 on the Manavgat River, 12 km from the settlement of the same name.
• Manavgat waterfall. It is located on the same river just 3 km from the city of the same name. It is really possible to get from Side on foot. It is adjacent to shady tea gardens. Where to stay for rest. This waterfall was once depicted on the Turkish 5 lira banknote (1968-1983).

Manavgat itself is located on both banks of the river of the same name. In the western part of the city you can visit the lunapark and several green areas, and in the eastern part there is a cinema.

Water area in Side

Various beach activities are also available in Side, for example, diving with a Russian-speaking guide to the first underwater museum in the waters of Turkey. It costs $ 45 and runs from April to October. The museum has about 110 exhibits on historical and cultural topics.

The city has two beaches - East and West. The second is more suitable for families with children, since the entrance to the water is shallow. On the Vostochny, the entrance to the water is steep, but it is suitable for diving and water attractions. In addition to them, in search of beaches, you can go to Colakli, where there are good beaches for children, as well as to Kyzylagach and Kumkoy.

The atmosphere of relaxation in Side - in the video:

What else do you need to know about rest?

In terms of security, Side is quite a prosperous city. Basic security measures are needed. In summer, it is good to have a hat, light clothing and sunscreen with you.

There are no special problems with the Internet, wifi is available in hotels and catering establishments. You can call Russia from the phone of a mobile operator. Their tariffs are different, for example, 200 rubles for 20 minutes.

When planning a trip to Side, keep in mind the holidays in Turkey. They are celebrated on April 23 (Children's Day), May 1 (Labor Day), May 19 (Youth Day), August 30 (Victory Day), October 29 (Republic Day). Also, on May 18, they can be admitted to the museum free of charge, if they know about it themselves.

Thus, Side is suitable for both educational and beach holidays.

The popular Turkish resort of Side is wide sandy beaches, clear sea, a cozy green peninsula, with a well-preserved Greek amphitheater, covered with orange groves and pine forests. A small town with narrow cobbled streets, with various shops with souvenirs, clothes, jewelry, snow-white yachts in the harbor, countless restaurants and cafes, Greek columns, Turkish mosques, which reflect a deep history - all this is a holiday in Side.

You can visit Side almost at any time of the year, but the best seasons are late spring and early autumn, when temperature comfort comes - the air is already / not so hot and hot, and the water is warm enough for swimming.

Location of the resort Side.

The resort is located 68 kilometers from Antalya International Airport. Therefore, first you will have to fly to Antalya, and then take a taxi or intercity bus provided by your tour operator to get to Side. On average, such a trip from the airport to the hotel will take you an hour and a half.

Hotels in Side.

The western part of the coast of Side is more densely built up with hotels, so if you do not seek seclusion, then stay in this part of the resort. The eastern beaches are less crowded. In addition, they differ flat entrance to the sea, therefore, most often couples with children stay here. For young vacationers, each hotel has prepared special programs and entertainment: swimming pools, animation, playgrounds, babysitting services and mini-clubs.

There are hotels in Side for every taste and budget. You can choose a room in modern multi-storey hotels, for example, Fulia 5 * or Selin 5 *, Sueno Beach Side 5 *, and for those who like large bungalow houses, we recommend paying attention to KAMELYA HOLIDAY VILLAGE HV-1. There are also combined hotels in Side in which a large multi-storey hotel building is located on a large territory, and next to it there is a bungalow complex. A classic example of such a VOYAGE SORGUN 5 * hotel, it is very popular for families with children. Fans of complete independence can stay in apartments with their own kitchen, reserve a villa on the coast.

Resort areas of Side.

There are several resort areas in Side, each of which has its own flavor: Titreyengel, Manavgat, Kumkoy, Cholakly, Kizilot, Sorgun, Kyzylagach.

The district is located three kilometers from Side Kumkoy, with its picturesque bay and sloping shores. This resort area can be recommended to parents who take small children with them on vacation. Popular tourist complexes, golden beaches - this is the area Colakli... If you prefer a beach holiday and swimming in the sea, stay here.

Modern recreation centers, beaches with golden sands, pine forests, seven kilometers from the center of Side - these are the main characteristics of the area Titreyngel... Fantastic nature, waterfalls, the opportunity to practice active sports (rafting, horseback riding) - you will find all this in Manavgat.

Each hotel offers its guests a lot of entertainment and sports games. You can take a sea voyage on a yacht, go diving, learn to play tennis or table tennis, play billiards or bowling.

Trips around Side and its surroundings.

The city of Side itself is called an "open-air museum". There are a large number of ancient monuments here: the fortification wall of the city, which surrounded Side from the sea and from land, the main gate, the remains temple of Tyche and Fortune, the Roman baths, which currently house the archaeological museum; temple of Dionysus; the ruins of an amphitheater, where gladiator fights took place, intended for 20 thousand spectators.

Not far from the city, seven kilometers away, there is waterfall Manavgat, whose waters flow into the sea, so tourists can swim in river and sea water at the same time. In the town Okurcalar, In a hotel Water Planet Resort & Aquapark there is a large water park offering for its guests: a wave pool, a bungee jumping tower, 27 slides, a children's pool, a river for rafting on circles, etc. Both adults and children can have a great time here.

If you are a fan classical music, then in June-July in Aspendos, another ancient Greek amphitheater, which is located forty minutes from Side, hosts annual festivals.

Hiking around the city is just as enjoyable as swimming in the sea. In the restaurants and cafes of Side you can taste delicious seafood dishes. Leather and jewelry shops will delight tourists with their sophistication and quality.

Side resort nightlife.

It is no less diverse. Young people can relax in Side's modern nightclubs and discos until early morning. One of the most popular dance floors in the city is the disco “ Oxide», Which is located near the hotel Melas Resort 5 *. Here you can dance in foam until the morning, while sipping exotic cocktails. No less famous disco in the city is the disco " Nympheon", Where you can pleasantly relax and enjoy your favorite music.

Rest in Side will not leave you indifferent! Come to Turkey and experience the taste of history and modern comfort and coziness. The managers of "Flagship Travel" will help you plan your vacation so that you get the maximum satisfaction from it.

Side is a rather popular and lively resort on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, which is comfortably located 75 km from Antalya. "Side" in Russian means "pomegranate". According to one version, the city received this name in honor of the goddess Artemis. Despite the decent distance from major ports, the infrastructure is quite well developed in the description of the resort, hotel prices and many other useful information you can find out further.

Climate features

This resort is characterized by a Mediterranean climate. Summers in the region are sultry and rather dry, while winters are mild, rainy and cool. The most significant rainfall occurs in December and January. The temperature of winter months is + 14-16, rarely drops below +10. In the summer, the air temperature reaches more than 30, while the water warms up to +25. The most comfortable time to relax in Side is from May to October, it is at this time that cloudless, hot and calm weather is usually established.

Side Resorts

Tourists have the opportunity to relax in the following tourist centers: Manavgat, Kumkei, Side, Sogun, Kyzylach, Cholakry, Titreyengel, Evrenseki. For a detailed study of this region, you will need a map of resorts.

Local beaches

The nature of the resort is the majestic Taurus Mountains, which smoothly turn into sandy golden beaches. There is very little vegetation in this area, but from year to year Side is becoming greener and more comfortable thanks to the efforts of volunteers who plant trees and flowers in the city.

The most famous natural landmark is considered It reaches 2 meters in height and 40 m in width. A picturesque waterfall plummets right into the river.

The gentle Mediterranean Sea is what Turkey attracts so much. You can see photos of the beaches that stretch along the old town below. During high season, the coast is literally overcrowded with tourists. There are two main beaches in the city: western and eastern. They have been awarded the Blue Flag. The entrance to the sea is quite gentle and comfortable here. There are usually fewer people on the eastern beach, as the western beach offers a large number of water activities: sailing, diving, boat tours, snorkeling. 3 km from the city there is a secluded bay with azure water and golden sand. Here you can retire from the huge flow of holidaymakers.

Historical landmarks

Side resort (Turkey) is without exaggeration an open-air museum and the most important archaeological zone of the country. Here, for example, a market square has been preserved since antiquity, where they sold not only various goods, but also slaves.

The pearl of Side is the antique amphitheater, which was founded in the 2nd century. In those days, the theater could accommodate up to 15 thousand people, gladiator fights were often held here. In the period from the 5th to the 6th century, this building was used as a church. Now it periodically hosts various festivals.

We continue to explore the amazing city of Side (Turkey). The description of the resort would be incomplete if we did not remember the Temple of Apollo, which was built in the II century. The temple had a rectangular shape, and on all sides it was surrounded by a colonnade in one row. True, only 5 columns survived, since the temple was badly damaged during an earthquake that occurred in the 10th century.

This resort is also famous for the fact that, according to legend, it was here that Cleopatra made a romantic date.Since then, Side is very popular with couples in love.

Amazing surroundings

Not only the resort of Side in Turkey (whose photos are simply mesmerizing), but also its surroundings can boast of unique architectural objects. You can visit the ancient ruins of Perge, in Bujakshihla there are ruins of a mausoleum, theater, agora, church, Roman baths, and a temple. The Altinbeshik Cave National Park, which is located north of Manavgat, is very popular.

Hotels in Turkey, Side resort

Ardisia De Luxe Resort 5 *. This hotel is located on the second line, the area of \u200b\u200bthe hotel is 50,000 sq. m. There are 219 standard rooms, 6 rooms for the disabled, 280 one-room, 215 two-room, 8 three-room and 8 suites.

The rooms have everything you need: air conditioning, hairdryer, minibar, safe, telephone, etc. On the territory of Ardisia De Luxe there are 4 restaurants (Chinese, fish, Italian and Ottoman), 10 bars, a disco, a Turkish cafe, 6 open swimming pools, 14 conference rooms, indoor pool, spa center, cinema, dry cleaning, hairdresser, 4 water slides, car rental, currency exchange.

For children, the complex has indoor and outdoor pools, mini-club, nanny, children's buffet. There are plenty of entertainments on the territory of Ardisia De Luxe: a gym, a sauna, 2 tennis courts, aerobics, mini-golf, bowling. The beach is 350 meters away and can be reached through an underground passage.

Club Nena 5 *. It is located right on the seafront 18 km from Side. The hotel offers 9 two-storey cottages (Block C) and 2 cottages (Block B) - a total of 336 rooms. There are also 5 rooms for disabled guests.

The room has: air conditioning, coffee table, chairs, baby cot, minibar, bathroom, satellite TV, balcony, hairdryer, etc. There is a restaurant for 850 people, 7 bars, a Turkish cafe, an indoor pool, a separate pool for children, a water park with two slides.

Let's continue our tour of the hotels in Side (Turkey). The description of the resort can be supplemented with one more hotel - Club Voyage Sorgun Select HV-1. It is located on the first line. Distance from the hotel to the center of Side - 3 km. Description: 58 two-storey and 4 three-storey cottages, in total - 366 rooms. The hotel was opened in 1986, in 2001 the hotel was completely renovated. Club Voyage is open from March to November.

The rooms have: sofa, balcony, safe (paid service), bathroom, telephone, hairdryer. On the territory there is a restaurant for 680 people, 5 bars, 3 outdoor pools, a water park with one slide, 2 children's pools, a disco. Italian and Turkish cuisines are offered. There is also a buffet. The hotel has its own beach, its length is 500 meters.

Kaya Side 5 *. There are 227 rooms in the main four-story building, 108 rooms in three-story cottages. The hotel has a restaurant for 408 people, 3 bars, an outdoor pool with a jacuzzi, a pool with slides, a fresh water pool (indoor), a conference room for 300 people, a disco, a tennis court, an internet cafe, a playground, table tennis, shopping center, etc. There is a private pebble beach (350 m).

Silence Beach Resort 5 *. The hotel consists of a main seven-story building (676 rooms) and two-story cottages (229 rooms). All conditions for disabled and non-smokers are provided. The main building has 541 standard rooms with garden or sea views. The hotel has a restaurant for 1000 people, an outdoor fresh water pool, a pool with slides, heated pools, a water park, 8 conference rooms, etc. Meals: Italian and Turkish cuisine. There is a buffet. The hotel has its own sandy beach.

Side - a resort for the whole family

Even the smallest tourists can go to this resort. All conditions are provided for children here. And sandy beaches with a comfortable descent are also perfect for bathing babies. For a quality pastime, the following villages are perfect: Sogun, Kizilot, Kyzylach and Titreyengel.

When choosing a hotel, it is better to give preference to large hotels of well-known chains, as the children's infrastructure is usually quite well developed here. Such hotels can be offered by many resorts of Side. 5 stars, however, will not be cheap. Therefore, with a limited budget, you can settle in economy class hotels. Among them, there are also many decent options with good service.

Relaxation for the young and energetic

If you ask about the reviews of tourists, you can be sure that young people in Side will not be bored either. The restaurants and nightlife that dot the resort region await you from dusk to dawn. You also have the opportunity to visit the local markets and buy some souvenir souvenirs from the numerous souvenir shops.

Are you determined to go to Side (Turkey)? The description of the resort, most likely, convinced many to give preference to this particular place. The rich history of the city, magnificent azure sea water, picturesque landscapes attract hundreds of tourists from year to year. Finally, let's talk a little about the financial side of the issue. Of course, it all depends on many factors: the class of the hotel, the season, etc., but with the most approximate calculations for the rest you will have to pay from 25,000 rubles per person.

Let's go on a journey

Turkey is beautiful in its own way in any season. Photos of beaches, lush vegetation, historical sites will undoubtedly interest you. Side gladly welcomes all comers and guarantees that your vacation will be very interesting and eventful.