Would you like to spend a wonderful Easter holiday? Then, you should come immediately to Antalya. One of the most beautiful cities in the Mediterranean, Antalya is also available with the church that you want. Orthodox, Protestant, Catholic churches are available. Although Turkey's 99 percent of population is Muslim, state respect for other religions. Everyone wants to worship is free to do so in Turkey.
Some Churches in Antalya
St. Nicholas Church:
It is is an ancient Byzantine Church located in modern day town of Demre in Antalya. Santa Clause, as he is known in the west, is a holy saint in both
Orthodox and Catholic churches, and his tomb is commemorated in today's
remnants of the preserved church.
St. George (Agios Georgios) Church:
It is a historical Orthodox Church. It is 10 kilometers away from the center of Alanya within the boundaries of the village Hacı Mehmetli.
Antalya Bible Church: It is an active Protestant Church. Address is Kılıçarslan District, Yenikapı Street, No: 24 Old City - Antalya. Contact: www.antalyaincilkilisesi.com
International Church of Antalya: It is an active Protestant Church. Near the Antalya Bible Church. Contact: www.stpaulcc-turkey.com
The Protestant Church of Antalya: The Antalya Protestant Church, based on Freedom of Worship in the
Constitution of the Republic of Turkey, was opened February 2010, in
Antalya. The church is a Protestant body of believers whose theology is Bible-focused
and conservative, yet follows a modern style of worship. Address is Anafartalar Street, Soytas Ulukut Office Block, Floor 3, No. 13, Güllük, Antalya. Contact: www.antalyaprotestan.com
Antalya Presbyterian Church: Presbyterian Church is a Protestant church. Contact: http://www.presbiteryen.org/
Belek Catholic Church:
It is in the Garden of Religons in Belek, Antalya. It is a Carholic Church.
The Norwegian Seamen's Church (Sjømannskirken): It is a Protestant Church in Alanya but they are very open to all. Some of the services are in
a range of languages and the pastor and his wife speak perfect English.
They have a cafe serving snacks in the mornings very relaxed. Contact: http://www.sjomannskirken.no/alanya
Where to Stay in Antalya:
Nice to know that Turkey also celebrates Easter though it's a muslim country. Impressive churches! Thanks for sharing it Tulpar!
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@ Beng Gee, Hi, we do not celebrate Easter, but we have a spring festival which is Nevruz like other Turkic Republics(Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan). However, Christians can celebrate the Easter in Antalya City. You can come to Antalya for Easter Holiday.
ReplyDelete@ Beng Gee, According to Turkish Constitution, Turkey is a secular state. Religious freedoms were guaranteed by Turkish Constitution.
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hmm, good to know that there is so much diversity :). I always laugh with your friendly comments :). thank you! kisses and see you soon :)
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hi tulpar, is it spring in turkey now? i just visited your spring post. like the easter eggs design. have a nice day
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ReplyDelete@ Manju, Antalya is an international city. You can see beautiful mosques, churches and synagogues in this city.
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