Design Proposal for Transforming Antalya Kırkmerdiven and its Surroundings into a Terrace Garden

Abstract

Located on one of the important axes of access to the marina from Kaleiçi in Antalya, Kırkmerdiven is frequently used by both local and foreign tourists as well as those living in the region. This stone staircase, which was built by the Venetians in the 11th century to provide transportation between the city center and the marina and contrary to its name actually has forty-four steps, is an important cultural heritage of Antalya. However, it causes many people to be seriously injured due to the slippery steps and not being maintained and repaired in a way to ensure adequate security measures. For this reason, Antalya Metropolitan Municipality develops proposal projects for the improvement of Kırkmerdiven. The other issue is that the niches in the lower part of the stairs are neglected. In this study, it is proposed to transform the niches under Kırkmerdiven and the terrace in front of it into a terrace garden to make this historical and touristic place more attractive.

Keywords

• antalya kırkmerdiven
• antalya marina
• cultural heritage
• renovation
• terrace garden