Antalya's Kaleiçi Streets Become an Open-Air Art Gallery with Festival
During the festival held in Antalya, a Lycian horse sculpture was shaped at Hadrian's Gate and a ballet performance was presented; a concert and fashion show were held at Hıdırlık Tower.
Within the scope of the culture and art festival held in Antalya, the historic streets of Kaleiçi turned into an open-air art gallery, while the city's iconic structures hosted various art events.
Lycian Horse Work at Hadrian's Gate
During the sculpture workshop held in front of Hadrian's Gate as part of the festival, sculptor Cem Güney Çevikbaş completed the body of the Lycian horse sculpture. It was stated that the project serves as preparation for a future collection consisting of 30 sculptures and a 10-meter-high monumental sculpture that will become a symbol of Antalya.
Ballet and Opera Concert in Historic Texture
The "Swans of Hadrian" ballet performance staged in front of Hadrian's Gate offered viewers a visual feast in front of the city's iconic structure. Meanwhile, artists from the Antalya State Opera and Ballet gave an opera concert at the Hıdırlık Tower Viewing Terrace.
Fashion and Fashion Show at Hıdırlık Tower
At the fashion show titled "Anatolia's Couture Interpretation from Past to Future," held at sunset at Hıdırlık Tower, works by different designers met with the audience in four separate presentations. The designs combined the historical texture of the tower with the sea view.
Street Arts and Exhibitions in Kaleiçi
Historic Kaleiçi houses and narrow streets hosted painting, sculpture, and photography exhibitions throughout the festival, while artists continued their work in the open air. Public-participatory workshops and concerts in the square increased the festival excitement.