In Hatay, the journey can begin before the main dish. Warm bread, oil, zahter, aubergine and pomegranate molasses can start a long conversation about the city. This table rewards tasting and sharing at an unhurried pace: each small dish adds meaning, while thoughtful choices provide more variety...
🏗️ Greater Hatay 2026
Antakya and Defne: rebuilding a city's heart while preserving its identity
Hatay's experience in 2026 differs from that of most Turkish visitor destinations. Antakya and Defne are rebuilding more than roads and buildings: they are recovering the heart of a city known for...