For those Russian travelers who know only beach Turkey, calm Kemer is associated, first of all, with clean and crowded pebble beaches. It is unlikely that anyone will doubt the importance of this type of relaxation for a hospitable city, comfortably located on the sea coast. But the famous resort can also boast of a variety of historical and cultural places and a variety of entertainment venues. So, what are the most interesting sights of Kemer from a tourist point of view?
Famous boulevard
For most curious guests of picturesque Kemer, acquaintance with the city begins on a rather long Ataturk Boulevard. Guides and not only they call this street decorated with tall palm trees one of the main and favorite tourist attractions of the hospitable resort. Sitting in a cafe playing the role of a cozy viewing platform on the local clock tower is a really pleasant and unforgettable pastime. Here, on the square, the city guests are distracted from the annoying bustle by the murmur of transparent jets of an elegant fountain. Representatives of the fairer sex do not miss the opportunity to go to local shops, and on Tuesdays or sometimes on Mondays, look at the crowded vegetable market.
Olympos-Teleferik (Takhtaly)
Almost every traveler in the city dreams of a 10-minute — flying like an instant — journey along a 4.35-kilometer cable car. Just appearing in 2007, Olympos Teleferik - as this building was officially called - immediately became popular among both adult travelers and young tourists. In the warm period, the lower station of the road begins to receive passengers who are ready to get acquainted with the sights of Kemer from a height at 9:00. In order to enjoy the wonderful resort views, you have to part with 28 euros. At the spacious upper station, travelers will find not only a cozy observation deck, but also two luxurious, slightly expensive restaurants.
Dinopark
More recently - in 2012 - a park appeared in the picturesque surroundings of Kemer, where without a fantastic time machine you can move into the era of mighty and ferocious dinosaurs. Guides often talk about visitors who are genuinely scared when they meet the moving and growling figures of ancient reptiles. The models are made so naturally that such a reaction does not seem unexpected. Thanks to the planetarium, you can also go on an exciting interstellar journey. Those playful kids who fear such, albeit virtual wanderings, can simply ride obedient and funny ponies. The spacious hall of the 7D cinema will delight with the variety of historical and geographical documentary films shown in it. Only $ 35 will be required to visit the fairytale park and plunge into the magical world of its attractions.
Ancient Phaselis
Kemer is surrounded by the remains of several once flourishing ancient cities. Among them Phaselis, famous for its ancient buildings, stands out. Numerous travelers primarily seek to get into the well-preserved amphitheater of this Kemer landmark. Quite often, those who come here to get acquainted with ancient history have the feeling that about half-ruined stone stands will be filled with spectators and a dramatic performance will begin. Nearby is an old aqueduct that recalls the former greatness of the city that existed here. Fans of beach activities, visiting the remains of ancient structures, after the tour will find an unexpected, but pleasant vacation on the sandy and pebble coast.
Moonlight Park
In this park complex, spreading over 55,000 square meters. m, travelers will find a wide variety of entertainment. Especially spectacular is the performance with two witty dolphins and a graceful sea lion in the Dolphinarium, beloved by children. Passionate fans of diving, popular with young people and always in demand windsurfing, will find here almost ideal conditions for their activities. You will have to pay at least $ 30 to enter the Moonlight territory, not including the separate fee for visiting park amusement facilities. However, all this is fully offset by a sufficiently high level of service and a wide variety of entertainment.
Here, multinational visitors will enjoy relaxing on a clean and long sandy beach, considered one of the best in the resort. Young tourists will be pleased with several water slides, and gambling youth can have fun in the evenings in the local democratic and stylish clubs. You can come to the beach belonging to the park even at night, and all recreational activities become available at different times, but rather early.
Due to the large selection of entertainment and the many beaches, Kemer is often compared to Israeli Tel Aviv, Croatian Split or Bulgarian Varna. The club life here is reminiscent of Spanish Ibiza to many experienced travelers. Nevertheless, the resort manages to maintain its Turkish flavor, which attracts thousands of flows of gambling and tourists of different ages seeking to see the outstanding sights of Kemer.
