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A Jewel of the Turkish Riviera

, this area is amazing for many reasons. From this apartment in the village of Ilica you'll have easy access to the lively seaside resorts of Side and Kumkoy, and the town of Manavgat with its famous waterfall. All along the coast there are beautiful beaches, harbours and villages.

Side, whose name originally meant "pomegranate," was the secret hideaway of Anthony and Cleopatra, and is one of the most important archaeological sites in Turkey, with ancient remains such as the Temple of Apollo and the remains of a Roman theatre. Also not too far away is the incredibly preserved theatre of Aspendos, and the whole region is full of the artifacts of thousands of years of history. Because of this the local planning regulations are very strict, so that the charm and character of the villages has been maintained.

If all you want to do is lie on the beach and have fun, then this area is perfect too, with miles and miles of beautiful beaches that receive the sun all day long, reflected off the calm warm waters of the Mediterranean. Along with the excellent facilities available in the apartment complex and in the local area, this makes Side an excellent choice for a family holiday

Popular - but not overrun - with tourists, Side is bustling with a thriving restauraunt and bar culture, clustered around the harbour.

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