Konakli
Once known as Telatiye, Konakli is now a fast growing holiday resort on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey known as the Turkish Riviera. Konakli and much of the surrounding area are flat with no steep hills to climb. This makes the resort an ideal location for people with walking difficulties.
Konakli is approximately 15 km from Alanya. Konakli has the oldest historical culture of the western suburb area. The most important source of income in Konakli is the tourism. In the last years this place has developed its own small town, where you can find everything.
Every Wednesday, the holiday resort of Konakli is host to the popular Konakli outdoor market.
The market is right on your doorstep making it easy to buy gifts and presents without the need for any transportation. Just make sure that you have enough room in your suitcase for the many bargains you will find.
With the huge range of fresh fruit and vegetables available, it is also a great opportunity to get your weekly shopping at knockdown prices.
Local Information For Konakli, Turkey
Konakli is a 90 minute drive by car or coach from Antalya airport and a 15 minute drive from the city of Alanya. As well as the many shops, restaurants and bars, there is a local doctor, post office, bank, bakery, Turkish bath (hamam), bus station, taxi ranks, internet cafes and much more.
There are several green areas close to the main shops. Often neglected in other towns, the green areas here have been well thought out and beautifully integrated into Konakli town. You can take a break from shopping or just sit back and relax in the sunshine and watch the world go by. Every Wednesday and all year round, the popular Konakli outdoor market will cater for some of your shopping needs.
There are advantages of being so close to Konakli market. Heavy or bulky items can be put aside for collection later. In general the Turkish market traders are very helpful and will often deliver the items for you. Buyers Tip - Embrace the help and friendliness of the local people and their customs and you need carry nothing heavier than a purse or wallet. Recent additions to Konakli include a children’s play area and a large shopping centre.
Konakli is an all year round resort. Although the climate is cooler in the winter months, with regular flights to Antalya, a winter break is worth considering. Not as busy as summer months, winter gives Konakli a special charm. Local shops and businesses seem more attuned to residents needs and the Wednesday market shows a more subtle face. With no daily maid services or early wake up calls to disturb a relaxed mood, this private area gives you the freedom to do more of what you want when you want.
The area has more than 60 accommodation facilities providing up to 35.000 bed capacity. There are more than 1,500 local trades and 55% people work in tourism, 27% in farming, 15% in trading, and 3% in industry work. In total there are 165 km of roads net of which140 km are asphalt, 15 km are parquet roads, and 10 km are stabilized roads. 40.000 m² of the roads are arranged with pavement parquet stone and colourful line stones. Wastewater removal institution construction work was completed and put into service in 2007.
