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Belek, one of Antalya’s most popular holiday centres, has become not only a brand name in , but one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world thanks to its unsurpassed natural beauty and perfect climate. Located 30 kilometers from Antalya, Belek has a seventeen-kilometer coastline lined with numerous five star hotels. Since the early 1990s, Belek has offered its guests the most comfortable holiday opportunity in the Mediterranean.

Among the features that make Belek such an attractive location in the region is its ease of access and the ancient cities situated nearby. The region hosted numerous civilisations throughout its thousands of years of history, and with its fertile lands has been a centre of attention in every period.

Though Belek has a typical Mediterranean climate, the freshwater streams which flow from the slopes of the give it different characteristics than other Mediterranean locations. Thanks to its large sand dunes, its beaches are sheltered from the harsh effects of the sea and wind.

With all these features in place, Belek offers a magnificent atmosphere, not only as a tourism centre, but as an area that contains all the distinctive Mediterranean characteristics. For many years now, Belek has been one of the foremost holiday destinations for sports tourism in our country. It owes its preeminent position in this regard to its climate, geographical location and undeniably to its committed implementation of sustainable tourism policies. Belek and its hotels are highly popular with sports clubs and cater to their needs across all sports year-round. Belek has also become an indispensable destination for golf tourism in Europe.

Belek’s superb climate is conducive to playing golf almost twelve months of the year. Belek has golf clubs of world standard, luxurious accommodation facilities and one of the best golfing infrastructures, which makes the area so attractive to golf enthusiasts. Belek has ten golf clubs and fourteen golf courses offering high-quality, professional service to Turkish sports tourism. Belek is also one of the biggest sources of income in this field. In 2012, a decision of the Council of Ministers decreed that particular new tourism hubs would focus exclusively on golf. These include the districts of Emişbeleni, Mahmutlar, Kargıcak, Okurcalar and Türkler in the region of , 50 kilometers from Belek. With this decision the volume of golf tourism in the region will significantly increase and Antalya will continue as an indispensable location for the sport of golf.

Belek has 47 five star hotels and holiday villages, 10 golf clubs, 14 golf courses, 50 football fields and more than 200 tennis courts that serve professional and amateur athletes.

Page 4 • Golf in Antalya Çavuşçu Dam Antiocheia

Yalvaç

Lake Işıklı

Beyond Antalya Adıgüzel Barajı Ertokuş Han Gelendost The , located in southwest Anatolia, was known Uluborlu Mount Gelincik Senirkent Nature Park D330 Şarkikaraağaç in ancient days as the Gulf of . The mountain Dinar ranges encircling the Gulf run parallel to each other along the Barla Lake coast, but later intersect each other at the Lakes Region to the Eğirdir north. Gönen Atabey Travelogues, especially those written in the 19th century Keçiborlu D695 by Western archaeologists, historians, artists, architects, D330 sailors and geographers, refer to the nature around Antalya Konya Eğirdir as “extraordinary.” The depiction of Antalya’s natural D330 Acıgöl th environment by the 19 century traveller Karl Lanckoronski is D650 Aksu Denizli Lake especially noteworthy: Isparta Beyşehir Gölcük Davraz Ski Lake Nature Park Center D695 “Anyone who wants to witness the beauty of the mountains Burdur Yenişarbademli Lake Gölcük should come here. Mountains overlap each other as if in a hurry Burdur Akdağ Beyşehir Akgöl D715 to reach the sea. The harmony of every shade of green and blue D650 Lake Ağlasun Kovada Dedegöl dazzles the spectator and constantly changes with the daily path D695 Kovada D695 National Park of the sun. Waterfalls, rivers, date trees, minarets... In short, the Hacılar D685 imaginary depictions of magnificent landscapes by European Lake Lake Yarışlı authors can be found here for real.” E87 Salda Lake Salda Pisidia Salda Nature Park Çeltikçi Yeşilova D330 Kremna The famed Ottoman navigator Piri Reis outlines the ports Sütçüler Karacaören he explored around the Gulf according to the geographic İncirhan Dam Yazılı Canyon Nature Park Niyazlar Bucak D715 Village location of the rivers and mountains rising behind them, just Seydişehir D650 as he did in other areas of the Mediterranean. Lake Karamanlı Karataş Susuzhan In ancient times, the most familiar places located around the Ürkütlü bay, such as Pamphylia, , Pisidia and , enabled Köprüçay Tefenni D685 River visitors to enjoy the pristine environment and experience E87 traditional ways of life. In light of the accounts of explorers D330 throughout the centuries, those sightseeing trips provided Hasanpaşa Cevizli Bademağacı Village Köprülü Canyon plenty of opportunities for those interested in nature and National Park history to make their own observations. Gölhisar D695 Çavdır D650

D685 İbradı E87 Karain Lake Dipsiz E87 E87 Lake Pamphylia Çimi Village Altınbeşik Kırkgöz Kurşunlu Waterfall Döşemealtı National Park Altınyayla Termessos Nature Park National Park Sillyum Perge Güver Canyon D400 Contents Nature Park Aksu D350 Oymapınar Lake Eğri Dam Geyikbayırı Antalya D695 Kundu D635 Saklıkent Gündoğdu Çolaklı Belek Flora and Fauna of Belek (Page 8) Boğazkent Evrenseki Alara Düden Dam Gündoğmuş Waterfall (Çündüre) Ilıca Waterfall Belek and Natural Habitat (Page 8) Manavgat D400 Semahöyük D400 Regional Highlights (Page 10) Kızılağaç Alara Beldibi Stream Elmalı Golf Courses in Belek (Page 22) D350 D400 Kızlar Sivrisi İncekum Lake Yeşil Göynük Antalya Golf Tournament Calendar (Page 46) Tekke Okurcalar Nature Park D400 Village Lake Avlan İncekum Yeşilbarak Village Avsallar Payallar Climate Table (Page 47) Beydağları Kemer Turkler Korakesion D400 Akçay National Park Konaklı Alanya Akdağ Çığlıkara Oba Nature Park Lycia Dim Çamyuva Gömbe D635 Oba Stream Stream Relevant Contacts (Page 47) Arykanda Mount Çayboğazı Kestel Pond Tahtalı Tekirova Mahmutlar D400 Event Calendar of Antalya and Saklıkent Sütleğen Gökbük National Park Village Village Syedra D635 the Western Mediterranean (Page 48) Olympos D400 Letoon D400 Gulf of Antalya D400 Mavikent Adrasan Beymelek Ision Nature Park Kiddle Karaöz Bezirgan Gazipaşa Village D400 Kaş D400 Theimiussa D400 Cape Gelidonya

Page 6 • Golf in Antalya Belek

Flora and Fauna of Belek

In spite of covering a relatively limited area, the natural diversity of Belek’s flora and fauna is quiet varied. The forests in the region are situated on sand dunes and form the most extensive vegetation. The dense Mediterranean stone pine forests are known to be local to the area. Under the dense pine forests are Mediterranean shrubs, and a thick cover of maquis runs towards the beach. These forests are highly rich in the variety of flowers and fauna they possess. Visually, the most beautiful and abundant scenes are also here.

Belek’s natural habitat diversity is based on the wealth of its flowers. 58 families, 118 species, and16 subspecies of flowers have been classified. The most abundant flower species are found in the coastal dune vegetation (27 families, 51 species) and in stone pine forests (31 families, 51 species). In 1995, 40 unclassified plant species were identified. The classification of 48 exotic species from 28 botanical families was also made.

• While there are around 12,000 plant species found throughout Europe, this figure is around 10,000 in Turkey alone.

• Among the 600 endemic plant species that are found in the Mediterranean region, 500 are found in and around Antalya.

• There are more than 118 plant species in Belek and more than 40 are endemic to the area.

Belek and Natural Habitat

Since Belek had a dense population throughout the years, the number of species that live there is limited to those animals that could adapt to human habitation and small areas.

Close to 200 species of vertebrates are known to inhabit this region. Among these species are 38 mammals, 88 birds, 31 reptiles and 5 amphibians. There are also 51 invertebrate species worthy of note. In the coastal areas of Belek, animal species such as foxes, weasels, squirrels and hedgehogs are often seen. Belek is one of the best areas for bird watching and many bird species use this area as their wintering or nesting location. In addition, rare reptiles such as chameleons, sea turtles, land turtles, and freshwater turtles live undisturbed in these natural habitats.

The World Wildlife Foundation has always emphasised the importance of the coast of Belek to the preservation of the threatened loggerhead sea turtle (caretta caretta). This is because loggerhead sea turtles have very few breeding grounds in the world, Belek being one of them.

Page 8 • Golf in Antalya Pamphylia

The alluvial plain that stretches more than 100 kilometers along and 40 kilometers inside the eastern shores of the Gulf of Antalya was known Antalya as Pamphylia in ancient times. The Taurus Mountains rise to the north It is the most recently established city of Pamphylia. In 190 BC, the Romans won the Battle of Magnesia of the plain, watering it via numerous rivers and streams stemming -a battle between the Hellenistic Seleucid Kingdom and Rome and its ally . The Roman from the steady rainwater throughout fall and winter. This area was commander Manlius Vulso and the King of Pergamon Eumenes II came to the region at that time to always known as place of migration, hence the name Pamphylia, “The discuss the terms of surrender of the cities, even though Eumenes’ brother Attalos, who would later place of mingled tribes and races.” become king, was also in the region. In historical times the Gulf of Antalya was also known as the Gulf of The main aim of the victors was to occupy the most prized Mediterranean port city of Side. This did Pamphylia. For this reason, even though it is situated to the west of not come to pass. When Attalos II of Pergamon became king in 159 BC, he decided to establish a new the Gulf at the peninsula known as Lycia, some regard Phaselis as port city to take the place of Side. The present location of Antalya was chosen for its abundant water a Pamphylian city, although Pamphylia is generally considered to sources and because its harbour was shielded from winds and did not silt up. The city was named include the coastal plain east of the Gulf. Attaleia after its founder, King Attalos II of Pergamon. At the eastern edge of Pamphylia lies Alanya (Korakesion) and to the The port city of Attaleia was soon enclosed by city walls and started to develop rapidly. West lies Antalya (Attaleia). Between these two important cities are the cities of Side, Aspendos, Sillyum and Perge. All of the buildings built immediately after its establishment lie within the city walls. In successive periods, the city grew beyond the city walls and many authentic buildings dating to the Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman periods still exist and are in regular use.

The Antalya Archaeological Museum is an exceptional place, where artefacts starting from the cave period and covering all civilisations are displayed in the indoor and outdoor venues of the building.

Hadrian’s Gate, Antalya Old City, Antalya Perge

Perge, the nearest of the Pamphylian cities to Antalya. priestess of the Cult of Artemis, belonging to the prominent Plancius family. It had access to the sea through the Kestros River (Aksu) and was a major centre of the cult of Artemis, one of the most widely venerated This family emigrated from their native Italian homeland in the 1st of the Ancient Greek deities. century BC and acquired large tracts of territory in the vicinity of the city. It is known that the family spent a large portion of their income on When St. Paul and his companions first embarked on their missionary developing the town’s infrastructure. journey the Bible states: “From Paphos, Paul and his companions sailed to Perge in Pamphylia...” This verse demonstrates the crucial Perge is one of the major archaeological sites of Anatolia and link of the city to the sea. The gate on the eastern side of the city walls the excavations made over half a century reveal a city of immense is known as the Port Gate because boats could reach the outskirts of architectural worth. Perge has one of the largest ancient theatres of the city from the Kestros River. the region, a stadium surrounded by barrel-vaulted constructions, monumental city gates, imposing , baths, a colonnaded street, Perge was occupied by the Persians in the 6th century BC, while in the and impressive sarcophagi on the western foot of the Acropolis hill 4th century BC it was invaded by the armies of . The that never fail to impress visitors. city later came under the rule of the Romans and its ally Pergamon. The Kestros River (Aksu), empties into the sea in in the Kundu region Perge was the most affluent city in Pamphylia and this affluence and a large number of hotels in Lara to the west offer visitors the manifested itself in the city’s infrastructure in the 2nd and 3rd century. opportunity to see both the old and the new face of the region. Since the beginning of the 2nd century, the civic and public buildings of Perge often contained the inscription of Plancia Magna, the high

Selge (Zerk)

This mountainous town on the northwest of Side at the western Rising from the heights where Selge was founded is the slopes of the Eurymedon River (Köprüçay) is not situated on one Eurymedon River, tourists can participate in white-water rafting of the main roads, unlike other Pisidian cities. This feature has tours, or trek through the unspoiled natural environment where kept the city from experiencing significant damage from invasions. they can also witness traditional village life in the Taurus Mountains. Restaurants on both sides of the river serve local Sources reveal that the inhabitants of Selge acted as scouts for dishes. The trout raised in local fish farms delight visitors to this Alexander the Great on his incursion to the region and earned region. his friendship. However, Selge was defeated by the forces of the Hellenistic Seleucid Kingdom in the on-going conflict with the neighbouring town of Pednelissos (Kozan) in the 3rd century BC and had to pay a heavy indemnity. Zeytintaşı Cave According to sources the only traitor in Selge known by name was Perge Logbasis, who colluded with the Seleucids and was subsequently Though this cave was only recently discovered in the Antalya branded as a traitor. region, it became more prominent over the years. The Zeytintaşı Cave in the district of Serik owes its success to its proximity to the Two Roman bridges link Selge to the port city of Side on the tourism destination of Belek. Sillyum eastern shore of the Eurymedon River; the Oluk Bridge and the Büğrüm Bridge on the deep Gökçesu Canyon west of the river. The cave has a multitude of stalactites, stalagmites and similar Situated between Aspendos and Perge in the west it was founded West of the hill on which Sillyum was established and somewhat The ancient road, built with extraordinarily large stone blocks formations which were shaped over thousands of years. It is by on a hill. Surrounded by steep cliffs, it lies far removed from the sea elevated are the tower, city gate, cistern, theatre and an odeon (some accompanies the modern highway. chance that the cave was preserved until the present day without of which have fallen because of a landslide), as well as a large number suffering any damage. and the Eurymedon River in the east and Kestros River (Aksu) in the Ruins show that the city built on three hills was surrounded by of ruins which remain unidentified. west near Perge. The city never developed as much as Perge and a wall with many towers. Among the places to visit is a theatre The cave lies 16 kilometers north of the district centre of Serik Aspendos, probably because of its distance to the sea. Sillyum is a calm and ideal place for those who want to stroll around where most of the seats were hewn into the rock. Other sights and is visited by a large number of local and international tourists We know, however, that Sillyum, which was invaded by the Persians an intact ancient city. A trip not only to the ancient city, but also to visit of interest are the stadium, agora, cisterns, the stoa and the thanks to its accessibility and the imposing natural setting. before, was spared by Alexander the Great. nearby villages is a memorable experience. necropolis, which is situated between the three hills where most of the ruins are found.

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Side was not only the most important harbour of Pamphylia Alongside the piracy activities in the region, it is also recorded in ancient times, but also of the entire Mediterranean region. that the largest slave market in the ancient world was set up in Established on a low peninsula, its magnificent theatre, agora Side, and that the inhabitants of Side profited greatly from the (market area), monumental fountain, and the remains of baths slave trade despite being castigated by neighbouring cities. It used today as a museum, parts of city walls and the colonnaded is perhaps for this reason that the rulers of Side later erected a street are still quite well preserved. statue of Pompeius in the 1st century BC, who cleared the area of pirates, in an attempt to whitewash their sins. Located at the south eastern end of the peninsula, the Apollon Temple was restored by clearing up the surrounding area and The caravans carrying people, goods and wealth from the port by raising a few of its columns. Today, this site hosts many of Side traversed inland routes along the Taurus Mountains. The significant cultural events. And of course just 30 kilometers from magnificent city of Side was known for its importance on the the city of Side, parts of the huge aqueduct carrying water from trade route between coast and the mountains and for undisputed the springs of the Melas () still remain standing capability of its people. today. Side was weakened in the 3rd and 4th century by the pillaging The symbol of the city was the “pomegranate” that was ever of the Isaurians living in the Taurus Mountains and also by present on coins and stones and which perhaps represented the the Scythians who descended down from the . The wealth/productivity of the city. Arab raids, which occurred all over the Mediterranean region during the 7th century contributed to its decline and subsequent The harbour of Side regularly silted up in the past, making abandonment. shipping very difficult and requiring continual dredging to keep it open. In fact, in ancient times the Roman phrase ‘a harbour of Today Side is the central city of a well-planned touristic region. Side’ was used to refer to a job that is never done. It has many hotels lined on both shores, shopping centres, entertainment and sports facilities and a vibrant nightlife. Side could not offer resistance against Alexander the Great, who Together with its natural and historical attractions, Side is enjoyed entered the region in the 4th century BC and whose inhabitants by tourists from all walks of life. gave in to all the demands of this powerful king. According to sources, Alexander turned towards Aspendos when he learned Many artefacts found in the area are exhibited in the museum that the people of Side yielded to his demands. Later, in 190 BC, that was converted from a Roman bath. the people of Side witnessed the naval battle and defeat of the Carthaginian General Hannibal against the navy of Rhodes, who were allied with the Romans.

Page 14 • Golf in Antalya Aspendos

It was established on a plain at the western shore of one the region in ancient times, was resumed by residents of of the most important rivers of Pamphylia, the Eurymedon later centuries. River (Köprüçay). Followed by the domination of Hellenistic kingdoms, The Persian subjugation of Anatolia, which started in the Aspendos and its surroundings came under the rule of the 6th century BC and lasted until the end of the 4th century Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans. BC, began to weaken towards the middle of the 5th century The famous Aspendos Theatre, which is among the most BC. While the Persians wanted to withdraw their fleets from visited historical sites in Anatolia, was built by the local the shores of Aspendos to the mouth of the Eurymedon architect Zenon and is considered to be one of the best River a few kilometers away to regroup and stave off preserved theatres in the world. The theatre, which lies on their decline, they were attacked by the fleet of the Delian the eastern slope of the hill where the city was established, League of Athens led by the commander Cimon. What was is used for cultural events today as it was in the past. to become known as the Battle of Eurymedon proved to be a decisive defeat for the Persians. The Stadium lies north of the Theatre.

The Persians would also lose the land battle outside It is known from the excavations of the Seljuk Bridge Aspendos where they had taken refuge. standing over the Eurymedon River that it was built on the foundations of a former Roman bridge. The city’s agora, Alexander the Great proceeded to Pamphylia through basilica, monumental public buildings and fountains, are Lycia reaching Perge, whose loyalty he had already gained located on the hill where Aspendos was founded, while and later Aspendos. According to some scholars, the the baths are located in the low-lying area south of the etymology of the name ‘Aspendos’ is linked to the word Acropolis hill. One of the most fascinating ruins of the city ‘horse breeding.’ is the colossal aqueduct carrying water from the springs in According to sources, Alexander demanded as tribute from the north. the city silver coins and horses. The nearby shopping centres, tourist facilities close On the eastern shore of the Eurymedon River near Çakış to the coast of Side and Perge, rafting activities on the village is a venue known as the “Cirit Place” by Turks Eurymedon River and other camping and sporting where “cirit” is a traditional Turkish equestrian team game opportunities make Aspendos and surroundings one of the played by throwing javelins at the opposing team. The most preferred places to visit. place name is proof that horse breeding, known to exist in

Page 16 • Golf in Antalya Termessos

Even though Termessos is a Pisidian city, it always was a part of the habitat and production area of the Antalya region. The city was established thirty kilometers to the northwest of Antalya between two rock formations and is famous for holding out against the forces of Alexander the Great. The ruins of Termessos are testimony to the affluence of the city, and remain largely intact thanks to the inaccessibility of its location. It is clear that the city’s extraordinary wealth is largely based on the revenue generated by the ancient road linking the port cities of the gulf to in Western Anatolia. Traces of this road still exist, even if they are limited to the valley north of the city, known as the Strait of Yenice.

The classical historian Arrianos tells of the city’s unusually steep location and its relationship with the road as follows:

“The site is situated on a very high altitude and is surrounded by steep cliffs on all sides. The road leading from the narrow strait is also arduous, and descends the mountain from the city. There is another steep mountain opposite. Both of them form a strait, which is so narrow that even a handful soldiers could block it in case of defence.”

Termessos is also known for an event that rarely comes up in discussions of ancient history: “After Alexander’s death, an unrelenting battle began between Alexander’s generals to get their own share of the empire. The stepbrother of Alexander, Antigonos wanted to occupy Anatolia and started a war with the commander Alketas. Alketas was defeated and subsequently fled to Termessos. Antigonos laid siege to the city. The elders of the city asserted that Alketas should be surrendered to Antigonos, while the younger citizens opposed this by saying that someone who has taken refuge cannot be turned over. The elders made a secret arrangement with Antigonos and led the young people away from the city under false pretences. Deprived of the support of the younger inhabitants of the city, Alketas committed suicide after which his body was turned over to Antigonos.”

Sources tell us that Antigonos left after mutilating the body of Alketas for days. The grave of the unfortunate Alketas is among the most visited places of Termessos.

Termessos is a veritable open air museum with its city walls, agora, theatre, odeon, temples, cisterns, gymnasia and many remnants of sarcophagi. Today it is one of the most popular sightseeing destinations not only in Antalya, but also in Anatolia that is visited by tourists all over the world.

Page 18 • Golf in Antalya Alanya

The rocky and impregnable peninsula where Alanya is located was the Beylik of Karaman. In the 15th century the region was conquered The medieval ‘hans’ or inns near Alanya, have been restored and once the most famous pirate town in the Eastern Mediterranean by the Ottomans remaining under their rule and occupied until the now serve as a place of dining and accommodation. The Şarapsa in antiquity. In the 2nd century BC, the pirate Tryphon established a advent of the Turkish Republic. (Serapsu) Han, 20 kilometers west of Alanya in the district of Konaklı fortress on what was thought to be an unassailable rocky outcrop resembles a small castle. The Alara Han, on the eastern shore of the Alanya, due to its extensive variety of historical and natural attractions, and made it into a base and shelter. In order to ensure the safety of Alara River, just south of the Alara Castle which sits on top of a cliff is has become one of the main centres of tourism of the Anatolian coast the castle that was going to be known as Korakesion, Tryphon had a another such example. and Mediterranean region. The , the ruins of ancient canal built to separate the peninsula from the mainland. towns, its museum hosting countless artefacts, natural views, caves, Rising from the Taurus Mountains towering over Alanya, the streams Tryphon built several fortresses in and around the Korakesion Castle. pristine beaches and valleys and rivers where restaurants are lined born from waterfalls rush through the valleys to reach the sea, where Tryphon further consolidated his rule, so that he could establish are only a few of its attractions. nature supplies vibrant colours of green and blue in all its splendour. hegemony in parts of Syria and Anatolia and threaten the Seleucid Old caravan routes accompany the modern roads which curl towards Further back it offers other charms such as the highlands which are Kingdom. The caves around the peninsula served as a hiding place the mountains. These roads will lead you through an array of natural reached through picturesque roads, alpine lakes, mountains with for booty and slaves taken from the transport vessels. These caves beauty to the mountain villages, where local village cafes serve permanent snowlines, nomadic villagers who spend their summer are a favourite spot for tourists today. beverages made from mountainous herbs. months up in those highlands, the traditional migration to and from The region was finally freed from pirate control during the Roman the mountains, sheep/goat flocks and feral horses… The Uçan Waterfalls (Çündüre), which forms the water source of period by the renowned commander Pompeius. The castle originally the Alara River, near the area of Demirtaş east of Alanya and other One of the most startling features of Pamphylia is the abundance of built by Tryphon and expanded by other pirate rulers was demolished. waterfalls shaped by the smaller streams flowing through the valleys waterways. These waterways determine the path of the significant create a wild splendour that is highly appreciated by local and foreign After Roman and Byzantine domination, Korakesion Castle was roadways and bridges. The large number of bridges built in ancient tourists. conquered by the Seljuks in 1221. From this date onward, the castle and recent times is testimony to the strength of the economic activity was renamed Alâiye after the conqueror Alâeddin Keykubat and used of Pamphylia. Especially on the Alara River, between Alanya and Artefacts found in the excavations of ancient cities are prominently as the winter headquarters of the Seljuk sultans. Within the same Manavgat to the west, one can find beautiful examples from the Seljuk displayed in the Alanya Museum and portray the fascinating history of century Alâiye and the surrounding areas came under the control of and Karaman periods, such as the Kemer and Ali bridges. These the region. bridges are still in use despite the centuries.

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Antalya

Belek Golf Courses

TAT Golf National Antalya Club Golf Club Golf Club 27 Holes 27 Holes 36 Holes in Belek

Kaya Eagles Carya Sueno Cornelia Montgomerie Golf Club Golf Club Golf Club Golf Club Maxx Royal 18 Holes 18 Holes 18 Holes 27 Holes 18 Holes

Gloria Robinson Nobilis Golf Club Golf Club 45 Holes 18 Holes

LykiaLinks Golf Club

Crystal Sirene Kempinski Riu Kaya Sueno 18 Holes TAT Beach Belek Hotel The Dome Palazzo Golf Hotel Golf Resort Golf Resort Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort

Maxx Royal Gloria Golf & Spa Golf Resort

Robinson Club Nobilis

Mediterranean Sea

Golf Course

Golf Hotel

Page 22 • Golf in Antalya TAT Golf Club (27 Holes) TAT Golf Belek International Golf Club has a 27-hole golf course that has hosted various international championships. The club was designed by one of the foremost golf course architects in the and incorporates the stunning natural features of Belek. The club is spread over 130 hectares and was designed according to the requirements of European golfers. Tat Golf Belek has three championship 9 hole layouts and a selection of 18 hole combinations. In order to give golf enthusiasts a sense of the enormity of the courses, the 9, 18 and 27-hole golf courses extend along the coast providing stunning views of the area. This 27-hole club has a driving range, 2 pitch bunkers and 3 putting greens. Tat Golf Belek re-opened its doors on October 1, 2010 after a period of renovation.

Üçkum Tepesi Mevkii, Belek Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 725 53 03 F +90 242 725 52 99 - 41 29 [email protected] tatgolf.com.tr

Page 24 • Golf in Antalya National Golf Club (27 Holes) The 27-hole National Golf Club was opened in 1994 and established on an area spanning 920 acres covered with pine and eucalyptus trees. It is the first golf club in Turkey that was built according to the standards of the EPGA (European Professional Golfers’ Association) enabling the hosting of international golf tournaments. The National Golf Club was chosen as the 42nd best golf club out of 1500 golf clubs in the Mediterranean in the year 2000. In 2001, it rose to 39th place among European clubs. In 2002 it was named as the 16th best golf club in the world by Golf Magazine journal. In the ranking of the world’s top 100 golf courses in 2003 made by ’s Golf Journal it came in at number 4. The National Golf Club was designed by David Feherty and David Jones in such a way as to preserve the natural scenery of the area. It was built by the American “Aquaturf” company in accordance with their design provisions. There is an 18- hole Championship course, 9-hole Academy course, 40 bay driving range, 2 putting greens, bunker and chipping practice area.

Belek Turizm Merkezi 07500, Serik Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 725 46 20 F +90 242 725 46 23 [email protected] nationalturkey.com

Page 26 • Golf in Antalya Antalya Golf Club The design of the Antalya Golf Club courses was developed by the world renowned architects of the European Golf Design company. The courses prove both enjoyable and challenging for golf enthusiasts. The design consultant was professional golf player, David Jones.

Pasha (18 Holes) The golf course of Pasha was opened in 2002 and is spread over an area of 550,000 m2. Pasha, with 5731 metres par 72, has a combination of different challenges that test all players with low and high handicaps alike. Situated within pine trees resembling tall beach umbrellas and lakes, Pasha offers the ultimate enjoyment in golf.

PGA Sultan (18 Holes) The PGA Sultan course was built over an area of 775,000 m2 in the year 2003. With 71 par and 6477 meters it is one of the most popular courses among golfers. European Golf Design and David Jones worked together on the planning of this course, which is in perfect harmony with the forested landscape. The PGA Sultan has a high degree of difficulty and was designed for the confident golfer.

Belek Turizm Merkezi 07500, Belek, Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 725 59 70 F +90 242 725 59 71 [email protected] • antalyagolfclub.com.tr

Page 28 • Golf in Antalya Kaya Eagles Golf Club (18 Holes) The Kaya Eagles Golf Club is a themed course that was designed by the internationally renowned designer David Jones within a forested area of 650,000 m2. It opened its doors on 17 November, 2007. The Kaya Eagles Golf Club provides the opportunity for professional golfing with its 18-hole, 71 par and 5877 meter golf course. It offers a unique experience for Turkish and international golf enthusiasts. Kaya Eagles Golf Club has joined forces with one of Europe’s most prestigious golf clubs, the Eagles Charity Golf Club. The club has one river pond along the course and four fixed water-levelled ponds. It has a distinguished place among the golf clubs in the region and includes fairways surrounded by lakes and trees, 56 bunkers, greens of approx. 600 m2, and white, yellow, and red tees covering approx. 150 m2.

Taşlıburun Mevkii, Kadriye, Belek, Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 725 44 70 [email protected] kayatourism.com.tr

Page 30 • Golf in Antalya Carya Golf Club (18 Holes) The Carya Golf Club was designed by Thomson Perrett & Lobb Golf Course Architects, founded by five time British Open Champion, Peter Thomson. It is the first golf course on Turkey’s Mediterranean shores to be built according to the classic Heatland style. The 18- hole, par 726,571 meter course is among the premiere Championship golf courses in the region. The Carya Golf Club runs between pine and eucalyptus trees and challenging sand ridges, offering golfers a demanding yet enjoyable golf experience. Beside the courses there is also a Golf Academy. The exceptional Carya shrubs add a special attractiveness to the courses and are grown in Carya Golf Club’s own nursery garden.

Taşlıburun Mevkii 7500, Belek, Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 725 63 20 F +90 242 725 62 00 [email protected] caryagolf.com

Page 32 • Golf in Antalya Sueno Hotels Golf Belek (18 Holes) Sueno Hotels Golf Belek, was specially designed by PGA Design Consulting on an area covering 1472 acres among lakes and pine forests in harmony with its natural surroundings. It includes two 18-hole Championship courses. The 72 par and 6413 meter long Pines course and the 18-hole, 69 par, 5643 meter long Dunes course opened in October 2007. Sueno Hotels Golf Belek has 19 lakes and water hazards; greens approx. 700 m2, parkland links-style fairway, and white, yellow, red, and blue tees. It has 71 fairway bunkers, 48 greenside bunkers, and 9 waste bunkers, adding up to 128 bunkers in total. Because of Belek’s mild climate Sueno Hotels Golf Belek has a long golf season and hosts various national and international golf tournaments.

Taşlıburun Mevkii 7500, Belek, Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 710 30 00 F +90 242 710 30 10 [email protected] sueno.com.tr

Page 34 • Golf in Antalya Cornelia Golf Club (27 Holes) Cornelia Golf Club Cornelia Diamond Nick Faldo Golf Course is built on a 14,000,000 m2 area that includes pine forests and sand ridges, offering a fantastic gaming experience. It is situated in a natural environment with lakes scattered throughout the course. The three 9-hole courses that connect to each other are the 72 par and 6,373 meter King Course, 72 par and 6,411 meter Queen Course, 72 par and 6,324 meter Prince Course. These were all designed by the renowned six-time Major winner Nick Faldo. In 2008, the Cornelia Diamond Nick Faldo Golf course was chosen as Europe’s 14th best course and was selected among the 50 best golf courses in the world by Newsweek Magazine.

İskele Mevkii, Belek, Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 710 16 00 F +90 242 715 33 60 [email protected] corneliaresort.com

Page 36 • Golf in Antalya The Montgomerie Maxx Royal (18 Holes) This course was designed by Colin Montgomerie, one of the most accomplished players the sport of golf has seen, on a 104 hectare property covered with pine forests and sand ridges, and which also carries his name. The Montgomerie Maxx Royal Golf Course was opened on 1 October 2008 and is challenging and gently sloping with numerous of strategic options. The natural sandy ground was taken into account when designing and laying out the course, and these features were maximally utilised. The 18-hole course 72 par course is 6486 meters, the tees are approximately 600 m2 per hole and the average per green is approximately 600 m2. The Montgomerie Maxx Royal course has 8 lakes on its grounds and its close proximity to the sea provides local and foreign golfers a welcome change from other golf courses.

İskele Mevkii Turizm Caddesi, 07505 Belek, Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 710 27 00 F +90 242 710 27 30 [email protected] montgomeriemaxxroyal.com

Page 38 • Golf in Antalya Gloria Golf Club (45 Holes) The Gloria Golf Club was opened in 1997, but in 2005, after the opening of the 18-hole Gloria New Championship course, it moved to its new location and building. The Gloria Golf Club, with its 18-hole Gloria Old Championship course, 18-hole Gloria New Championship course, and 9-hole Gloria Verde course, is situated between the 45 hole championship courses. Just adjacent to the club building, on a west-south line there is a 48 bay 2 tier driving range approximately 26,000 m2 in area. There are 5 pitching and chipping greens next to the club building, and a putting green of more than 800 m2. In the Gloria Golf Club the handicap for both men and women is 36. Gloria Old Course (18 Holes) Gloria New Course (18 Holes) Gloria Verde Course (9 Holes)

Acısu Mevkii, Belek, Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 710 06 00 F +90 242 710 05 51 [email protected] gloria.com.tr

Page 40 • Golf in Antalya Robinson Nobilis Golf Club (18 Holes) World famous British golf player David Thomas has created the Robinson Golf Club Nobilis, set within a natural pine forest, and covering 750 acres. The Championship tee is 5103 meters. The fairways are wide and many rough-terrain areas have been left. The grass used at the golf course is suitable for colder climates and with the undulating and diverse greens it differs from other courses. The average green size is 600 m2. It has one of the best playing surfaces among championship golf courses. This 18-hole par 72 championship course offers golf players an enjoyable experience with its stunning views, especially the lakes on the grounds of the golf course and the Acısu River that flows to its east. The club has the only floodlighted practice area in the region, which allows golfers to play in the evening. It was chosen as the ninth best golf course in Europe by Golfers Magazine in 2000 and the world’s seventh best golf course by Golf Journal in March 2003.

Acısu Mevkii, 07500 Belek, Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 710 03 60 F +90 242 710 03 91 [email protected] robinson.com

Page 42 • Golf in Antalya LykiaLinks Antalya (18 Holes) LykiaLinks Antalya was designed by the award-winning American golf architect Perry O. Dye. The course is located on an 80 hectare area that is both challenging and rewarding for golfers. The golf course was planned to make best use of the natural setting and ground advantage. Its location by the sea and the ability to play golf facing the waves and the mountains earned it a place in the “World’s 100 Best Golf Courses” list of the British Golf World magazine in 2012. The 18-hole course is in excess of 6950 meters and plays to a par of 72. Each course has 5 black, yellow, blue, red and green tees, natural dye-style bunkers, and challenging and undulating fairways that incorporate many strategic options which require Scottish style “punch and run” shots. In fact, the course was inspired by famous Scottish golf courses.

Denizyaka Köyü, Köprüçay Mevkii 07600 Taşağıl, Antalya, Turkey T +90 242 754 43 43 F +90 242 754 43 29 [email protected] lykiagroup.com

Page 44 • Golf in Antalya Antalya Golf Tournament Calendar

January June October Monthly Medal Tournament (National Golf Club) AGK Stableford (Tat Golf Club) Delegates & Duffers Tournament (National Golf Club) Relevant Contacts Junior Stars Challenge (National Golf Club) Monthly Medal Tournament (National Golf Club) Turkish Airlines World Final (Antalya Golf Club, Sultan)

Club Championship (National Golf Club) TGF Junior League Antalya Region 3rd Leg (Juniors, Little Sprouts) Captains Tournament (National Golf Club) Antalya Directorate of Culture Alanya Tourism Information (Carya Golf Club) and Tourism Center Calista Pro-Am (National Golf Club) Presidents Tournament (National Golf Club) Deniz Mah. Anafartalar Caddesi T +90(242) 513 12 40 TGF Junior League Antalya Region 3rd Leg (Tots) TGF Golf League 3rd Leg, Men-Women AGK Stableford (T.B.A) (Sueno Golf Club) No: 31 07050 Muratpaşa/Antalya (National Golf Club) (Cornelia - Gloria Golf Club) T +90(242) 247 76 60 Kaş Tourism Information Center Monthly Golf Tournament (Sueno Golf Club) TGF Junior League Antalya Region 4th Leg (Juniors/Little Sprouts) F +90(242) 248 78 70 T +90(242) 836 12 38 National Junior Open (National Golf Club) (Montgomerie Golf Club) Ankara Golf Club October Tournament [email protected] (Cornelia Golf Club) antalyakulturturizm.gov.tr Kemer Tourism Information TGF Junior League Antalya Region 4th Leg (Tots) Center (National Golf Club) February Antalya Directorate of Youth T +90(242) 814 11 12 Staff Fun Tournament (National Golf Club) and Sports Monthly Medal Tournament (National Golf Club) November Doğuyaka Mah. 1219 Sok. No: 6 Manavgat Tourism Information TGF Junior League Antalya Region 5th Leg (Juniors, Little Sprouts) TGF Golf League 4th Leg, Men (National Golf Club) European Tournament (The Montgomerie MaxxRoyal) 100.Yıl Spor Tesisleri 07300 Center (Lykia Links Golf Club) Muratpaşa/ANTALYA T +90(242) 753 12 65 TGF Golf League 4th Leg, Women (Gloria Golf Club) Beko Pro-Am (Cornelia Golf Club) TGF Junior League Antalya Region 5th Leg (Tots) (National Golf T +90(242) 311 73 73 St. Valentines Tournament (National Golf Club) Club) AGK Stableford (Korineum) F +90(242) 312 73 73 [email protected] TGF Junior League Antalya Region 6th Leg (Juniors, Little Sprouts) NGC Classics Tournament antalya.gsb.gov.tr (Sueno Golf Club) (National Golf Club, Sueno Golf Club) March Important TGF Junior League Antalya Region 6th Leg (Tots) Monthly Golf Tournament (Sueno Golf Club) Tourism Information and Call AGK Captains Tournament (Cornelia Golf Club) (National Golf Club) Center (Tourism Line: 179) Telephone Deniz Mah. Anafartalar Caddesi TGF Golf League 5th Leg, Women (Gloria Golf Club) Burak Özeşme League Final, Women (Gloria Golf Club) Numbers December No: 31 07050 Muratpaşa/Antalya Burak Özeşme League Final, Men (Antalya Golf Club - Sultan) [email protected] • Tourism Line 179 NGC Open (National Golf Club) Belek Trophy (National Golf Club) April Antalya Tourism Information • Emergency 112 Monthly Medal Tournament (National Golf Club) Center TGF Golf League 5th Leg, Men (Cornelia Golf Club) • Complaints 184 Millennium Open Tournament (National Golf Club) T + 9 0 ( 2 4 2 ) 2 4 1 1 7 4 7 TGF Golf League 6th Leg, Women (Gloria Golf Club) July New Year Tournament AGK Stableford (Lykia Links Golf Club) Junior Summer Challenge (National Golf Club) (National Golf Club, Sueno Golf Club)

Monthly Medal Tournament (National Golf Club, Sueno Golf Club) Monthly Golf Tournament (Sueno Golf Club)

Monthly Golf Tournament (Sueno Golf Club) May Temperature 2011 Climate Table of the Antalya Region 29.6°C Let Turkey (National Golf Club) 30°C 28.7°C 24.4°C 26.9°C TGF Golf League 6th Leg, Men (Antalya Golf Club - Sultan) 20.2°C 20.3°C August 20°C 16.6°C 14.0°C 14.7°C 12.4°C 12.3°C st 12.0°C TGF Junior League Antalya Region 1 Leg Monthly Medal Tournament (National Golf Club, Sueno Golf Club) 10°C (Juniors, Little Sprouts) (Gloria Golf Club) Monthly Golf Tournament (Sueno Golf Club) 0°C st TGF Junior League Antalya Region 1 Leg (Tots) January February March April May June July August September October November December (National Golf Club) Precipitation 152.0 Junior League (National Golf Club) September 150 mm 135.0 126.3 TGF Junior League Antalya Region 2nd Leg 114.8 Monthly Medal Tournament (National Golf Club) 100 mm (Juniors, Little Sprouts, Tots) (National Golf Club) 76.9 69.6 76.9 TGF Junior Championship 2nd Leg (Juniors, Little Sprouts) 59.2 50 mm 35.6 23.8 Members, Staff Tournament (National Golf Club) (Cornelia Golf Club) 19.8 0 0°C Turkish Amateur Open Golf Championship nd TGF Junior Championship 2 Leg (Tots) January February March April May June July August September October November December (Cornelia Golf Club, Gloria Golf Club, Antalya Golf Club - Sultan) (National Golf Club) Humidity Ankara Golf Club September Tournament (Lykia Links Golf Club) 70% 68.0 64.7 61.9 63.3 61.7 60% 58.0 58.4 58.6

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Consultancy for body, mind and soul, is a true oasis of golf enthusiasts who want to experience a services of courses are delivered by David peace and relaxation with an area of 3,600 combination of golf and pleasure. Jones, who is also a famous professional m² and is one of the biggest spas and beauty golf player at the same time. PGA Sultan centres in Turkey. championship course features 72 pars and its length is 6477 meters while Pasha features 72 pars with a length of 5731 meters.

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We are a Belek Golf Resort Specialist selling “Golf & Wellness Turkey” is a Golf travel Laura Golf is an incoming agency for Golfing Matrix Travel consists of a professional, Millennium Tourism & Travel is an incoming Noyan Golf Travel is a full service travel packages to UK & European golfers. During agency established in 2005. Our agency Tourism in Antalya, in the Mediterranean region experienced, multilingual and dynamic team and outgoing agency for Golfing Tourism well company specialized exclusively in the design the rise of Belek’s popularity we have enjoyed started out from Turkey’s first golf resort in the of Turkey. We are members of the Turkish in Antalya, Turkey, who have been active in known in Antalya in the since and operation of quality golf trips to Turkey. steady growth & success and have achieved 1990s and recognized the promising future Association of Tour Operators ( License tourism since the year 2000. Golftoursturkey is 1996. We recently opened offices in Dubai and Ruveyda Yoldan, the owner of the company a very high status becoming one of the leaders of Golf Tourism in those years. It has steadily A-2865) – IAGTO - International Association of our brand focused on the golf market via our . We are proud to welcome various has started her own business by bringing in providing 5 star All Inclusive golf packages grown in this alternative branch of tourism Golf Tour Operators (1953) and NGF (National 3 offices in Belek, Antalya and Istanbul. Every international organisations with the best level of golfers from France in 2003 and in 2005 with to Belek. Our client feedback is excellent and continues to do so. Golf & Wellness Golf Foundation). year we handle around 12,000 golfers from all service by a highly trained and motivated team. her own efforts she managed to bring the and our solid foundation here in Antalya City Turkey believes in the importance of long- over the world. With a staff of over 40, including We concentrate on offering a professional V.I.P service and personal attention is what largest number of French golfers to Turkey. near the Belek resort is something we are lasting partnerships and provides services our own TPGA pro, our experience means we staff, all golf and hotel reservations, golf Laura Golf is known for. We solely specialize in Her success led her to founding Noyan Golf very proud of. Our motto is ‘Knowledge and to 25 tour operators in countries such as the understand the needs of every golfer and the competitions, golf lessons, luxury transfers, golf vacations. We believe that we thoroughly Travel in 2006. She graduated from Sorbonne Experience’ and the partnership between our United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, Norway, importance of offering fair prices, good tee car hire, extra golf, shuttle services and for the understand the demands and the expectations University in Paris and has been working in the Head Office here in Antalya and our UK Office Denmark, Sweden, Slovenia, Croatia and times, quick responses, real time feedback, non-golfers magnificent excursions to make of your golfing clients. tourism business in Turkey for over 12 years. is our great strength. Hungary with its experienced 10-member and top class service. As a travel company we your holiday unforgettable. 96 % of customer team. We are proud to have hosted 5000 Golf As a partner of Laura Golf you will benefit from: represent Setur in Antalya, and offer cruises, satisfaction among our guests coming from Our vision is centered on the quality of facilities tourists in the Belek region in 2011. access to preferential rates at the hotels & flights, events organisation, tours, hotels, and 18 different countries proves the quality of and services. Our chief mission is to create courses, access to guaranteed tee times on much more. our services. We are proud to contribute to loyal satisfied customers from all over the As Golf & Wellness Turkey, our goal is to the courses, full meet and greet service, luxury Turkey’s tourism income by receiving golf world who will return to Noyan Golf Travel continue to provide quality service at the • Professional, reliable, friendly service transportation, well-experienced and trained enthusiasts from 18 different countries. For a repeatedly because of the quality and value highest standards for many years to come. operation guides who have official tour guide • Punctual responses (24 hours) dream holiday call the experts... offered. licenses from the Turkish Ministry of Tourism. • Expert team We know that golf travel is one of the most Each tour operator is a dedicated Laura Golf highly specialized areas of the travel business • Detailed responses reservation executive for all enquires and and want you to take the advantage of our bookings. 24 hour emergency contact. • Excellent organisation & planning (tournaments) knowledge, experience and enthusiasm. • Fair rates

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