A historical geological tourist masterpiece in southern Turkey

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The “human rocks” formations in the southern Turkish province of Antalya are a favorite tourist destination for hundreds of thousands of tourists for their geological masterpiece that combines natural beauty and ancient history.

The archaeological landmarks located in the ancient “Selga” area in the Manavgat district are known by this name due to their shape that resembles a human standing on his feet, They are rocks formed by natural factors on the slopes of the Taurus Mountains.

In recent years, the “human rocks” have become one of the most prominent destinations attractive to local and foreign tourists, as they receive an average of 2,000 visitors daily, and stand out among the “alternative tourism” destinations in Antalya, the capital of Turkish tourism overlooking the Mediterranean.

The “human rocks” offer their visitors a scene similar to science fiction movies, according to the description of tourists who visited the area.

Burhan Gumusoglu, Chairman of the Alternative Tourism Facilities Association of Turkey, said that the “Human Rocks” are one of the most prominent “alternative tourism” destinations in Antalya.

He added that the recent spread of pictures of the “Human Rocks” on social media platforms has increased their fame and tourist demand.

He explained that one of the factors that attract foreign tourists to visit the “Human Rocks” is that they reflect the unique geographical nature of Antalya, making them an ideal way to explore the beauty of the region.