Today a church, the Kesik Minaret Mosque attests to the city's long history in its succession of Roman, Byzantine , Seljuk and Ottoman renovations. When Emperor Hadrian visited Antalya in 130 A.D. a beautifully decorated three arched gate was built into the city walls in his honor. Near the marina the two towers flanking the gate and other sections of the walls still stand. The clock tower in Kalekapisi Square was also part of the old city's fortifications. The region around Antalya offers sights of astonishing natural beauty as well as awesome historical remains .
Waterfalls plunge straight into the sea.
Kursunlu Waterfalls and Nil fer Lake, both 18 km from Antalya are two more places of superb natural beauty. The sandy Lara Beach lies about 12 km to the east. Closer to Antalya, but to the west, the long, pebbled Konyaalti Beach offers a view of the breathtaking mountain range. There are camping grounds at the north end of the park should you decide to linger amid the natural beauty. For a panoramic view of the area, drive to the holiday complex on top of the T nektepe Hill.