Антак'я

Antakya Essentials

Antakya, ancient Antioch, serves as a significant religious and cultural hub. This selection covers the Church of Saint Peter, carved into Mount Starius, and the Hatay Archaeology Museum, home to a world-renowned collection of Roman mosaics. The Habib-i Neccar Camii represents the city's early Islamic history as the first mosque in Anatolia. Culinary traditions are highlighted through local specialties like haytalı dessert at the historic Affan Kahvesi and traditional regional dishes at Sultan Sofrası.