The Reyhanli Hamamat Thermal Spring

located in the Kumlu district on the Reyhanli - Antakya highway, is the biggest thermal spring of the region.

Other springs are Erzin Baslamis Thermal Springs, the Reyhanli Bath, Kisecik Village Curative Water springs - all these are known to have curative properties for various ailments and diseases. The various highlands of the province provide amazing getaways where you can be at peace with yourself. Winding asphalt roads or gravel paths lead into lush green forests; you get a glimpse of sleepy villages nestled amongst vineyards, as you overlook some of the most magnificent views Mother Nature has to offer. These areas make wonderful picnic spots and some areas even offer highland accommodation, which you can book in advance. The Hatay - Tekkoz Kengerlidüz Nature Reserve is unique in that its ecosystem is different to that of the Mediterranean. The main species of trees around Kengerliduz are beech, oak and fir, and around Tekkoz are hornbeam, ash, beach, black pine and silver birch. Animal enthusiasts cancome face to face with native wild goats, roe deer, bears, hyenas, wild cats, wagtails, wolves, jackals and foxes that live in these forests.

Moving to the topic of what should be bought in Hatay, thanks to the large laurel (Laurus nobilis) groves on the mountains surrounding the city, laurel soaps (defne sabunu, also known as garlı sabun locally), which are said to have some benefits on the skin and hair, are unique to this city and are made of local olive oil with some laurel extract stirred in. City is also famous for silk production which is woven in the traditional way. In the ancient bazaar area you can find the regional spices, leather shoes and hand-made wooden objects.