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Sunset in Antalya

Stop saying Turkey only has Pamukkale and hot air balloons; Antalya is the ultimate romance of the Mediterranean! 🌊 📍 Daytime Stroll: Explore the Mediterranean maze old town (Kaleiçi) Pass under the thousand-year-old stone arch of Hadrian's Gate and instantly enter a labyrinthine world. Ottoman-style old houses are covered with vines, and every turn reveals a new scene. Walk downhill all the way to the ancient Roman harbor, where you can see the lighthouse ruins and white sailboats, and time seems to stand still here. 🌅 Evening Glory: A mountain and sea sunset you'll remember for a lifetime This is the soul of Antalya! Be sure to come to the seaside at sunset! When the sun dyes the distant Olympus Mountains golden, the entire bay turns into a blue and gold gradient oil painting. The magnificent and stunning blend of mountains and sea will truly leave you speechless and unforgettable! 🌙 Nighttime Tipsy: On the silver-fragmented beach under the moonlight Pick a night to sit on the beach by the sea. When the moonlight shines on the water, the waves sparkle like flowing silver fragments. Order a drink, feel the salty Mediterranean evening breeze, and even your breath becomes pleasant. This is what vacation truly means! 💡 You can explore the old town core area in 2-3 hours. It is recommended to arrive at the harbor before sunset to save the golden hour for the mountain and sea wonder.
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