How to visit Expo 2016 Antalya: Tickets and Tips

Due to the World Expo 2016 Antalya City is full of interesting events and in our opinion this is an additional reason to visit the city. Expo Antalya 2016 in a certain way changed the life of citizens: new highways and subways were opened due to Expo2016 and Antalya is full of life and tourists from all over the world.

To be onest in order to visit Expo Antalya 2016 you need more than a day! So much so that you would like to come back soon, this time bringing all the family!

We  would like to leave you some practical information for visiting Expo 2016 Antalya. Why it’s worth it, at least in our opinion.

Expo 2016 Antalya Tickets: Costs and Where to Buy Them

Daily Entrance Fees
Adult (14 - 64 Years old)	60 ₺
Student, 65+ years old	30 ₺
Child 7-13 years old	15 ₺
Child (0 - 6 years old), Disabled	Free
Family	% 20 Discount

There are discounts for students, families and old people. We are now looking for the best option – or cheaper – to go for a whole day! 

Expo 2016 Antalya tickets can be bought on site at the ticket office, or from authorized resellers or online at the website of Expo 2016 in Antalya -->https://expoant.com/bilet/expo_tickets_en.html

Go to Expo 2016 Antalya with kids

In 2016, one of the most important worldwide organizations, A1 Category Botanical Expo, is going to be held in Antalya with the theme of “Flowers and Children”. So, children are very important for Expo 2016 Antalya. It made sense to go with the kids at the Expo in Milan. The answer for us is positive: children are having fun at the Expo 2016, there is an island dedicated to them. There are also some “baby point” for change and even the Strollers Rent Point. 

How To Get There

TRANSPORTATION TO THE EXPO 2016 ANTALYA HORTICULTURAL EXHIBITION AREA

EXPO 2016 ANTALYA horticultural exhibition site is located in the City of Antalya, Aksu District, within the limits of the Solak Village, directly across from the West Mediterranean Agricultural Research Institute (BATEM), 17 km from the city centre.

Transportation to EXPOcentre, after reaching Konyaaltı Region or Antalya Bus Terminal. 2016 Antalya from the City Centre

After passing the Antalya airport on Aspendos Boulevard, continue driving straight for about 11 km. The EXPO 2016 Antalya exhibition site is located on the D400 Antalya/Mersin highway.

Alternative means of transportation; Buses, taxis, private service buses and private automobiles.

A light rail transportation system running from the city centre of Antalya to the EXPO 2016 ANTALYA Botanic exhibition site is currently under construction. Upon completion of the new system, visitors are expected to be able to access the expo site via a faster, more comfortable transportation option.

Arriving to EXPO 2016 Antalya from Gazipaşa 

After reaching Alanya, located 44km from Gazipaşa, it is possible to access the EXPO 2016 Antalya exhibition site via intercity buses departing which depart from Antalya every thirty minutes. 

Arriving to EXPO 2016 Antalya from Kalkan

It is possible to reach the exhibition area by intercity buses from Kalkan, located is 220 km from Antalya. The transportation is provided by vehicles departing to the EXPO 2016 Antalya exhibition site from the city centre, after reaching Konyaaltı Region or Antalya Bus Terminal.

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Who is going to Antalya this year to visit Expo 2016?

Expo 2016 Antalya is a non-commercial World Exposition with some very unique and innovative features. For the first time in the history of world fairs, the theme of a World Expo is flowers and children: A Green Life For Future Generations. This theme will unite over 51 participants into action around the challenges and opportunities facing our global ecological system and the sustainable development of our planet.

Running for 190 days (from 23 April to 30 October), this giant exhibition site, covering 0 hectares of Expo land, 4 main areas called Expo Hill, Expo Forest, Expo Pond and Expo Tower are going to be visited by millions of tourists. It is expected to welcome over 8 million visitors who will experience a unique journey that looks at the complex theme of nutrition.

Expo 2016 Antalya will be the first Exposition in history to be remembered not only for its entertaining pavilions, but also for its contribution towards education on ecology and the planet’s precious resources. 

 During Expo period of six months 20.000 different activities are going to be organized including panel discussions, meetings, seminars, performing arts events, concerts and most importantly children congresses. The current state of the local landscaping which is arranged by the local municipalities and the tourism sector is a positive and encouraging position for Antalya. 

Antalya is an ideal geographical location for the Expo. With its 640 km long coastline and its rich history and incredible natural beauty, Antalya spreads out right in front of your eyes. There are approximately 300 antique sites to visit such as Aspendos, Termessos, Phaselis, St. Nicholas, Perge and the ruins of the ancient city of Patara. The excellent combination of the sea and sun, beaches, breath taking waterfalls and authentic localities such as Olympos make it virtually a wonderland. Its 500.000 bed capacity with 240 five star hotels, addressing 2 billion people within a 4 hours flight distance, proves its enormous tourism potential. Antalya, with its enormous variety of beautiful geographical features, and a population approaching two million, has a temperate climate and an endemic plant structure. The flora of Turkey is relatively rich with 9.160 species and a great number of new species are still being documented.  In Turkey, the rate of endemism is relatively high when compared with other European countries. The number of endemic species in Turkey is greater than 3.300. Of these, there are 500 endemic species in Antalya. Antalya’s natural beauty has turned it into a centre of attraction.

The city's economy is founded on the 3 mainstays of: Tourism, agriculture, commerce and industry. Manufacturing companies in different fields are active alongside the organized industrial zone. Annually more than 10 million foreign visitors come to Antalya. And, of course, agriculture shows the other side of Antalya. Identified with the blue sea Antalya also has a green face. When Antalya agriculture is mentioned, the sectors that undoubtedly come to mind are fresh fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants. With 45.246 hectares of a potential vegetable production area, Antalya has 13 % of the vegetable production in Turkey and 36 % of Turkey’s total production in the cut flower sector, exporting to 57 countries, is in Antalya.

The ornamental plants sector, which is an integral part of Antalya, provides many social benefits, from the creation of employment to attaining economic value in many areas, not only at local level but also at national level. The Flower Festival which has now become a tradition is being held for the seventh time this year and international seminars, trade fairs and trade delegations continue throughout the year. These are some of the organizations which are at the heart of the ornamental plants sector in Antalya.

So, Who is going to Antalya this year to visit Expo 2016?  

For more information, visit: 
http://www.expo2016.org.tr

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Antalya City Blog visited Antalya Auto Show 2013

Today, our talented author, Mehmet Özkaya, visited Antalya AutoShow 2013 and took great photos from the
car exhibition. 

Antalya Automobile, Commercial Vehicles, Subsidiary Industry and Car Accessories Fair (Auto Show 2013) will be held until 15 September 2013 in Antalya Expo Center Exhibition and Convention Center with the support of the Automobile Distributors Association.  This year marks the 9th edition of the Antalya Auto Show. The 2013 Antalya Auto Show is the nation's second largest and longest-running auto show. 

As Antalya City Blog, We took some photos from the Antalya AutoShow 2013:

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Antalya Auto Show 2013

Antalya Automobile, Commercial Vehicles, Subsidiary Industry and Car Accessories Fair (Auto Show 2013) will be held between 10 and 15 September 2013 in Antalya Expo Center Exhibition and Convention Center with the support of the Automobile Distributors Association.  This year marks the 9th edition of the Antalya Auto Show. The 2013 Antalya Auto Show is the nation's second largest and longest-running auto show.

Antalya Auto Show utilizes 65,000 m2 indoor area and 40,000 m2 exhibition area. It is 2 km away from the airport and 10 km from the city center.

Description: Antalya Automobile, Commercial Vehicles, Subsidiary Industry and Car Accessories Fair

Place: Antalya Expo Center - Hall 4

Date: 10 September - 15 September 2013

Organizer: AFT Organization and Promotion Co. Ltd.

Phone: +90 242 321 02 10 (pbx)

Email: info@aftfuarcilik.com

• Exhibition entry is free for ladies

Public Show Hours

Tuesday: 14:00 to 22:00

Wednesday: 14:00 to 22:00

Thursday: 14:00 to 22:00

Friday: 14:00 to 22:00

Saturday: 11:00 to 22:00

Sunday: 11:00 to 22:00 

For more information: http://www.aftfuarcilik.com/fuar-yeni/autoshow-2013 

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A Historic Day for the EXPO 2016 Antalya

Works in the field of the World Botanical EXPO which will be held in Antalya in 2016, is launched by Food, Agriculture and Livestock Minister Mehdi Eker, and Antalya Governor Dr. Ahmet Altiparmak through the destruction of the buildings that are discarded.

Antalya Deputies Menderes Turel and Huseyin Samani also attended to the Demolition Ceremony.

Then the 4th Meeting of the Board of Directors of the EXPO2016 Antalya was held. 

Important issues was highlighted the meeting:

An important service is planned through the General Directorate of Agricultural Reform within the framework for the region, and the Expo area. 

Works have begun for the EXPO area's master plan.

Expo area will be established on 1100 acres of land. Here, the buildings and everything that is constructed in this area will add value to Antalya These will be permanent structures will be used for 50-60 years by Antalian people.

The works will continue for selecting Flower icon for EXPO.

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The 2nd Antalya Book Fair

The 2nd Antalya Book Fair will be held in Glass Pyramid Sakip Sabanci Expo and Congress Hall, with attendance of 50 publishing houses. 

During fair, there will be 30 events such as interviews, panel discussions and poem performances. 200 authors will meet with their readers. 

Glass Pyramid Sakip Sabanci Expo and Congress Hall

The fair will be open between 10.00-19.30 during 13-16 February, and 10.00-19.00 in 17th February. The entrance is free. 

For more information: http://www.tuyap.com.tr/en/index.php?main=m_fuar&fid=6&left=l_fuarlar&fbid=6

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2013 TRADE FAIRS IN ANTALYA

Growtech Eurasia	NTSR Fair and Exhibition Services	04 - 07 December 2013
Domatexpo	Msk Fair Inns	21 - 23 November 2013
Yapex Ceramic Tiles & Bathrom	Akdeniz Advertising Promotional Services	31 October - 03 November 2013
Yapex Windoor	Akdeniz Advertising Promotional Services	31 October - 03 November 2013
International Yapex	Akdeniz Advertising Promotional Services	31 October - 03 November 2013
Yapex Tadilat	Akdeniz Advertising Promotional Services	31 October - 03 November 2013
MEX 2013	TG EXPO FAIR CONSULTANCY	02 - 05 October 2013
MEX	Expotim International Fair Organizations	02 - 05 October 2013
Anfas CityExpo	Anfaş Antalya Fair Inns	17 - 19 April 2013
Hasyurt Agriculture Fair	Batı Akdeniz Fairs & Organizations	17 - 20 April 2013
Expo Silver Antalya	Sereks Fair Promotion & Organization	12 - 15 April 2013
Antalya Education	AGORAS FAIRS	04 - 06 April 2013
Evleniyoruz	Detay Ex. & Event Prom. Services	14 - 17 March 2013
Anfas Bevex	Anfaş Antalya Fair Inns	20 - 23 Februrary 2013
Anfas Food Product	Anfaş Antalya Fair Inns	20 - 23 Februrary 2013
Anfaş Hotel Equipment	Anfaş Antalya Fair Inns	23 - 26 January 2013

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Expo 2016 Antalya Promotional Video

Antalya is entitled to make the World Horticultural Expo in 2016 which is considered one of the world's most important organizations in the Executive Committee meeting which was held on October 12 at the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) in Paris. During the fair the 5 million tourists expected to visit Antalya. "Flower and Child" theme Expo is expected to bring revenue to the city of 4 billion Euros. Antalya 2016, an A1 International Horticultural Exhibition has already been recognized by the AIPH (International Association of Horticultural Producers), has applied for recognition by the BIE. The organizers presented for the first time to the committee the concept of their horticultural exhibition and reported on the progress made. 130 countries from all over the world are expected to participate to Expo Antalya 2016. 

With its 640-km long coastline, its rich history and incredible natural beauty, Antalya has much to offer to its discerning visitor. Aspendos, Termessos, Phaselis, St. Nicholas, Perge, alongside the ruins of the ancient city of Patara and approximately  300 antique sites to visit, the excellent combination of the sea and sun, beaches, breathtaking waterfalls and authentic localities such as Olympos or the Taurus Mountains make Antalya virtually a wonderland. 

With its strong economy and the enormous tourism potential, 500,000 beds capacity and 240 five stars hotels, and its addressing 2 billion people by four hour flight distance, Antalya is one of the ideal geographical locations for Expo. 


The other organizations will be at Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea, Expo Milano 2015 Italy and Antalya 2016 Horticultural Exhibition. 


For more information:  

http://www.expo2016antalya.com/

 

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Anfaş City Expo 2012

Anfaş CityExpo was held for the first time in 2010.The exhibition was organized with the participation of 124 exhibiting companies and 5622 professional visitors on 10000 sqm. area.

Anfaş CityExpo will bring together all the companies requiring to exhibit new technologies of urbanism for the third time on 28-30 March 2012 at Antalya Expo Center.

It is aimed that in 2012, the exhibition  will be held with the participation of  160 companies and 7500 professionals on 12000 sqm. area. 

National and international  exhibitors are getting ready for the next event  where new products and technologies will be  introduced to the national and international members of the industry.

We hope to welcome you on 28-30 March 2012 at this fruitful event that lights the way for the sector.

Exhibitor Profile

- Municipality Vehicles
- Transportation Vehicles, Toll Collection and Transfer  
  Systems
- Municipality Fixtures and Consumer Material
- City Furnitures
- Landscape Gardening Equipment
- Garden-Ornamental Plants, Landscape Accessories and    Equipments
- Infrastructure, Water, Gas, Road Materials and Equipment
- Treatment Systems and Equipment
- Cleaning and Maintenance Equipments and Materials
- Sound, Light  and Visual Systems
- Sport Complex Equipments and Sport Equipment
- Security, Fire, Occupational Health and Safety Systems
- Computer and Information Systems, Automation,    
  Hardware, Software
- Electronic Municipality

For More Information: http://www.anfascityexpo.com/index.php/en

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