Fun facts about Antalya
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Antalya was founded as 'Attaleia' in honor of Attalos II, king of Pergamon.
Antalya
Turkey
Antalya is one of the largest cities in Turkey and the capital of Antalya Province, the fifth-most populous province. Recognized as the "capital of tourism" in Turkey and a pivotal part of the Turkish Riviera, Antalya sits on Anatolia's southwest coast, flanked by the Taurus Mountains.
From the “Etymology” section
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The city served as a naval base for Attalus's powerful fleet.
Antalya
Turkey
Antalya is one of the largest cities in Turkey and the capital of Antalya Province, the fifth-most populous province. Recognized as the "capital of tourism" in Turkey and a pivotal part of the Turkish Riviera, Antalya sits on Anatolia's southwest coast, flanked by the Taurus Mountains.
From the “History” section
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Antalya has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate, experiencing nearly 3,000 hours of sunlight per year.
Antalya
Turkey
Antalya is one of the largest cities in Turkey and the capital of Antalya Province, the fifth-most populous province. Recognized as the "capital of tourism" in Turkey and a pivotal part of the Turkish Riviera, Antalya sits on Anatolia's southwest coast, flanked by the Taurus Mountains.
From the “Geography” section
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Antalya is one of the Mediterranean's leading tourism destinations, attracting 30% of foreign tourists visiting Turkey in 2012.
Antalya
Turkey
Antalya is one of the largest cities in Turkey and the capital of Antalya Province, the fifth-most populous province. Recognized as the "capital of tourism" in Turkey and a pivotal part of the Turkish Riviera, Antalya sits on Anatolia's southwest coast, flanked by the Taurus Mountains.
From the “Economy” section
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The Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival is usually held in September or October.
Antalya
Turkey
Antalya is one of the largest cities in Turkey and the capital of Antalya Province, the fifth-most populous province. Recognized as the "capital of tourism" in Turkey and a pivotal part of the Turkish Riviera, Antalya sits on Anatolia's southwest coast, flanked by the Taurus Mountains.
From the “Culture” section
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