Meoweler
Turkey

Hatay / Spice up your life!

MeowScore 😸84/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

May

Mild weather and beautiful nature for outdoor activities.

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january

To see the St. Pierre Church's unique architecture in the mild winter.

🎉
february

Celebrate Valentine's Day in the city of love with a grand carnival.

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march

Attend the International Hatay Gastronomy Festival and try delicious local dishes.

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april

Explore the ancient rock tombs in the warm spring weather.

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may

Enjoy Hatay's stunning natural beauty in the blooming season with a hiking trip.

🏊
june

Swim in the clear turquoise waters of Samandağı Beach as summer begins.

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july

Experience the traditional Ramadan festivals in Antakya for an authentic cultural experience.

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august

Beat the heat with refreshing Hatay-style ice cream or try ice water pipe.

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september

Visit one of the world's largest and most beautiful mosaics in the Daphne Museum.

👻
october

Explore the haunted Rumkale fortress as autumn sets in.

☕
november

Mark the end of autumn by enjoying tea or coffee from Hatay's famous shops.

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december

Experience the Hatay Christmas celebrations with a visit to the decorated churches.

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Hatay has a medium level of prices for tourist activities and shopping, with some options for budget-friendly experiences and souvenir purchases as well as higher-end options.

Visit the local markets for traditional Turkish goods and negotiate prices for a good deal. Stick to local restaurants for more affordable meals.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

short stopover for local cuisine and history

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

short stopover for local cuisine and history

Hatay is popular for its unique blend of Turkish and Levantine culture and cuisine.

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internet situation

meh Speed

Average speed for browsing and streaming.

great Availability

Internet is widely available in major cities.

good Cellular

Moderate coverage in urban areas.

Electric socket type F

Common in Europe (except UK and Ireland), Korea, Indonesia, Russia. Accepts Type C, Type E (if pinhole exists).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

Two curious cats exploring a city where East meets West, finding tasty treats and ancient ruins at every turn.

The cats stretch their paws on the Mediterranean coast, admiring historic mosques and churches, and dreaming of baklava.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Titus Tunnel
🏘️
Vakifli Village
🐱
Harbiye Waterfall
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St. Pierre Church
🐾
Antakya Archaeological Museum

The mainstream

🕳️
Titus Tunnel

Put your curious cat nature into action and explore the ancient Roman engineering feat - a water channel carved into solid rock. 🐈‍⬛

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Vakifli Village

Cat-stroll through the cobblestone streets of Turkey's last remaining Armenian village and feast on local cuisine. 😻

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🐱
Harbiye Waterfall

Cat-nip up the scenic path to witness the roaring waterfall - a tranquil sanctuary amidst the bustling city. 🌊

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⛪
St. Pierre Church

A purrfect spot for cat-tholics to visit, this church built in a cave was once the site of Saint Peter's first preaching. 🕍

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🐾
Antakya Archaeological Museum

Get whiskered away to the past and explore ancient mosaics, statues, and tombstones while soaking up the local history. 🏛️

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Off the beaten path

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Samandağ Sahil National Park
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Künefeci Ali Usta
🕰️
Titus Tunnel
🏞️
Vakifli
🌳
Harbiye

Off the beaten path

🏖️
Samandağ Sahil National Park

A stunning sandy beach with crystal clear water and plenty of space to run around. Perfect for adventurous cats who love the sea!

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🧀
Künefeci Ali Usta

A hidden shop that serves the best künefe in town. A must for sweet-toothed cats. Don't forget to ask for extra cheese!

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🕰️
Titus Tunnel

An ancient aqueduct tunnel with impressive architecture and history. A unique visit for curious cats and history lovers.

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🏞️
Vakifli

A small, charming village on the Mediterranean with a lovely church and delicious local food. Ideal for cats who love to explore new places.

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🌳
Harbiye

A peaceful village surrounded by greenery with a breathtaking waterfall. Perfect for cats who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

Mindful meoweler tips

Explore the historic Antakya city

Take a paw stroll through Antakya's old town to admire the Ottoman architecture, see the world's first church - St. Peter's Church, and try Hatay's traditional cuisine in the local bazaars.

Visit the Harbiye Waterfalls

Escape the heat and hike through the Harbiye Waterfalls to cool off. Don't forget to pack a picnic for a post-hike feast by the waterfall.

Experience Hatay's mosaic heritage

Step back in time and marvel at the mosaic art at the Hatay Archaeology Museum. Then visit the Roman city of Seleucia Pieria and see the stunning mosaics uncovered in the excavations.

Useful external sites

www.hataykulturturizm.gov.tr

Hatay Culture and Tourism Directorate↗

Official tourism website for Hatay province with information on attractions, accommodations, and events

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g297977-Hatay_Turkish_Mediterranean_Coast-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor: Hatay↗

Travelers' reviews and recommendations, ratings, things to do and places to eat in Hatay

www.booking.com/region/tr/hatay.en-gb.html

booking.com: Hatay↗

Listings of hotels, apartments, and other accommodations in Hatay with real traveler reviews

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