Think of holidays in Turkey and it is probably Antalya that comes to mind first. Antalya has some of the most dramatic landscapes and picturesque beaches in Turkey and in recent years there has been a boom in eco-tourism and adventure holidays. The region is also stuffed with historical sites and there is a growing contemporary arts scene too.

From the golden paradise of Lara Beach to the sheltered beauty of Mermerli Beach and the dramatic, craggy surrounds of Kaputaş Beach, Antalya, on the southern coast of Türkiye, is blessed with some of the finest coastline in the Mediterranean.

But this ancient city, nicknamed the Turkish Riviera, is far more than just a resort destination for those in search of sun and sea.

Resist the alluring shimmer of the horizon and head inland towards the city. Here you’ll discover an intriguing maze of steep narrow streets with small carpet shops spilling onto the cobbles and boutique hotels set within restored Ottoman residences.