Ancient Civilizations, Multi Faith Heritage & Levant Flavors in Hatay
Hatay is a cradle of ancient civilizations and religious harmony also known as historic Antioch. The city features early Christian churches, Roman engineering marvels and a region that housed people of different religions. This UNESCO City of Gastronomy weaves Turkish, Arabic and Levantine influences into one of the Mediterranean's most unique cultural and gastronomical scenes.
- Ancient Christian History
- Culinary Scene
Cave Church of Saint Peter
The Church of Saint Peter is recognized as one of the world's oldest places of Christian worship. It was carved directly into the rocky slopes of Mount Staurin. The cave church features 4th century floor mosaics and a stone facade added by Crusaders. It stands as a monument to ancient Antioch's role in early church history.
What to Eat in Hatay
Hatay was a crossroads for traders travelling between the Mediterranean regions and the Middle East and naturally has become a melting pot of multi cultural gastronomical traits. Its cuisine is famous for warm, cheese stuffed Kunefe in sweet syrup, spicy Paper Kebab and hummus served hot with pastrami.
