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(Hürriyet Caddesi 30a; mains " 8-35) Popular with families, the local glitterati and busi-
nesspeople, Antakya's culinary hot spot serves a long list of fine mezes ( " 6 to " 12) on
gold-coloured tablecloths in a splendid alfresco garden. Meat dishes include Anadolu ke-
bap and the special kağıt, or 'paper' kebap.

CABARET
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(Hürriyet Caddesi) This local student hang-out with brick walls and shuttered windows is an
atmospheric spot for a tea, coffee or something stronger. There's occasional live music,
cheap snacks and a cosy private courtyard.

| Bar, Cafe

Shopping

DOĞAL DEFNE DÜNYASI
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(Çarşı Caddesi 16) Sells high-quality soaps from Harbiye, and gorgeous silk scarves woven
and block-printed by hand.

| Homewares, Textiles

Getting There & Around

Air
Hatay airport is 20km north of the city. A taxi is around " 30, and Havaş run a regular bus
( " 10) into central Antakya.
Pegasus Airlines ( www.lypgs.com ) Regular flights to/from İstanbul (from " 60) and İzmir (from " 70).
Turkish Airlines ( www.turkishairlines.com ) Regular flights to/from İstanbul (from " 75) and Ankara (from " 65).

Bus
Antakya's intercity otogar is 7km northwest of the centre. A taxi to/from the centre will
cost " 15. Ask about serviş transfers from central Antakya.
Direct buses go to destinations including Ankara, Antalya, İstanbul, İzmir and Şanlıurfa
( " 30, seven hours).