Side

Side, an ancient Greek city, has a number of tourist attractions that are both fun and historically significant. The Apollo Temple, Aspendos, Roman Ruins, Pamukkale Bath, and Duden Falls are just a few of the must-see attractions. While at Side, you must do parasailing, rafting, dive diving, and go on a vehicle safari.

Side, around 60 miles east of Antalya, was once a significant harbor town in antiquity. Side has grown in popularity as a vacation destination in and of itself, but it is also well worth a day trip from Antalya. The hamlet has charming, tiny lanes and gorgeous gardens, as well as long, white beaches that are ideal for swimming. Antiquity's imposing structures, such as the Roman bath and the seaside columns of the Apollo temple, create the picture of a perfect blend of modern-day holiday enjoyment and historical riches. This is consider as one of the most beautiful historical sites in Turkey

The colonnaded roadway has marble columns, the remnants of which may be seen near the Roman baths, which have been renovated as a museum showing Roman sculptures and sarcophagi. In the center of the agora are the ruins of the circular Tyche and Fortuna temple (2nd century BC), which is peripteral with twelve columns. Later on, it served as a trade post where pirates sold slaves.

Near the theatre stands the early Roman Temple of Dionysus. The entry fountain has been rebuilt. A Byzantine Basilica may be seen on the left side. Three temples, an aqueduct, and a nymphaeum, an elaborately designed grotto or fountain complex, are among the other structures. An ancient Greek brothel was also discovered by excavation teams.

Location: Antalya Province, Turkey