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Termessos

On the Antalya Burdur Road, Antalya, Turkey
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As featured in Daytrips from Antalya
Ranked #1 of 81 attractions in Antalya
Type: Ancient Ruins
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: Approximately 34 kilometers northwest of Antalya lies Termessos and the beautiful Güllük Dagi National Park. The ancient Psidian city is built on a... more » Owner description: Approximately 34 kilometers northwest of Antalya lies Termessos and the beautiful Güllük Dagi National Park. The ancient Psidian city is built on a mountain platform, surrounded by pine woods and an abundance of rare plants. It’s one of the best preserved historical sites of Turkey and, due to its isolated location, an oasis of calm and tranquility. « less
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Zurich, Switzerland
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73 reviews 73 reviews
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58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

This necropolis gives you a completely differen perspective than the one you get visiting theaters etc. One of the best necropoli I have ever visited

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

The ruins are set in a wonderful location in the mountains, approx. an hours drive from central Antalya. Fantastic views from the theatre and not a strenuous walk at all

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

It was a great place to hike with beautiful ruins. At the top of the necropolis we were offered tea by the person who looks out of fires. It was a fantastic special experience.

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Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
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58 reviews 58 reviews
23 attraction reviews
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39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

this History distination will make you living history all over again, between the greeks and the romans your senses will be awaken all over again. greatest place to be witnessed in Antalya.

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northamptonshire, england
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6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
115 helpful votes 115 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

History lovers will love this place, I know my partner thought it was sensational, that’s why I’m giving it five stars. For me, a girl, it was an absolute nightmare. I hate heights. HATE THEM. I thought the climb up would be on a nice path, not a bit of it. It was so steep – girls, don’t wear heels... More

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Vevey, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Great combination between a hike and the visit of a historical interesting site. Altogether it took us about 3 hours to visit the site. Keep the theater for the end as this is such a rewarding site (view & theater). Bring plenty of water. We rent a car from Antalya (28 euros for the day), and combined this visit with... More

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Hornchurch, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

We stayed in Antalya for a week and although we wanted to relax, we also wanted to see some of the amazing sights on offer. We had already done an organised tour of Side, Perge and Aspendos. Although these ancient cities were incredible to see, as we expected, going with a coach tour felt very rushed and impersonal. So we... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

This place is magical, and as it has not been uncovered by archeologists you see it the way it was discovered (with no restoration as in Aspendos). The climb up is a bit challenging but if you take your time, you will be rewarded by perhaps the most beautiful sight you have ever seen. How did they build such a... More

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Olympia, WA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

This is an amazing sight. We hired a taxi in Antalya to take us there and to Karain Cave. The ruins are very interesting and the signs, in Turkish and English, are very helpful. Note that it is a good hike up the hill on a rocky trail. But it is worth the effort.

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013

Enjoyed several hours here. Lovely to walk around finding more and more ruined buildings as you go. With the spectacular mountain views it wasvone of the most enjoyable ruins to visit along the coast. Wear sensible shoes and realize that it will take you at least 20 to 30 minutes to walk up steep rocky path to the ruins and... More

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