🏗️ 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...
📍 Geographical setting
Hatay province lies in southern Türkiye on the Syrian border, with a Mediterranean coastline and a varied landscape of mountains and plains. Its principal historic city, Antakya, stands on the site of ancient Antioch.
🏛️ Introduction
Hatay is known for its deep history...