2 places to visit in the Çeltikçi district of Burdur: Rural landscape of Çeltikçi and its surroundings and Çeltikçi Plain. Plan your trip to Çeltikçi with local food, practical tips and transport information.

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General Information

Çeltikçi is a district of Burdur province. It covers 161 km² and lies at an altitude of 857 metres. Located on the Burdur-Antalya highway, the district is about 30 km from the provincial centre.

History

Settlement in the area dates back to the 1700s. The settlement remained a nahiye centre for many years before it gained district status in 1990.

Agriculture and Livestock

The district has rich soil, and the Çeltikçi plain offers extensive farmland. Vegetables, parsley and dill are grown on irrigated land, while cereals predominate on dry farmland. Agriculture and livestock farming, the livelihood of the people of Çeltikçi, form the basis of the district’s economy.

History and Culture

The Public Education Directorate runs vocational courses, including folklore.

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Places to Visit in Çeltikçi

Nature

Rural landscape of Çeltikçi and its surroundings

The hilly terrain and farmland of the Lakes Region offer a calm landscape on the Burdur–Antalya road.

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Çeltikçi Plain

A wide plain in Çeltikçi district.

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Places to Visit Around Burdur Province

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While you are in Çeltikçi, you can also see the highlights of Burdur province. These places are in other districts; Çeltikçi is about 30 km from the provincial centre.

  • Salda Lake — At Yeşilova, covering about 44 km² and up to 184 metres deep, this is the fourth deepest lake in Türkiye, famous for its turquoise water and white beaches made of hydromagnesite.
  • Sagalassos — The capital of Pisidia, 7 km north-east of Ağlasun at an altitude of 1,450–1,700 metres; it is known for its 9,000-seat theatre, one of the highest-altitude ancient theatres in the world, a Roman bath with two storeys still standing, and rock-cut tombs.
  • Antonine Fountain — A monumental fountain 28 metres long and 9 metres high, built in the Upper Agora of Sagalassos in the time of Marcus Aurelius (AD 161–180); it is dedicated to Dionysus and decorated with stone in seven different colours.
  • Kibyra — The centre of the Kibyratis region, west of Gölhisar at an altitude of 1,100–1,300 metres on the foothills of Akdağ; it has a stadium that largely survives, a theatre, a council house (odeion) and an agora.
  • Kremna — A Pisidian city at Bucak, overlooking the Aksu valley and built on a rocky ridge that rises 250 metres above the plateau and exceeds 1,200 metres in altitude; its name means 'rocky cliffs'. It became a Roman colony in the time of Augustus.
  • Burdur Museum — Opened in 1969 in the library building of the Bulguroğlu (Pirkulzade) Madrasa and expanded with new halls in 2006, the museum holds more than 57,000 works, among which the Sagalassos statues and the finds from Hacılar Mound stand out.

Practical Information for Visiting Çeltikçi

Suggested time
Short break
Best time to visit
Spring and autumn
Places to visit
2 places

What to Eat in Çeltikçi

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  • Burdur Şiş Köftesi (skewered meatballs)

    Burdur's famous skewered meatballs are an essential in the local restaurants.

  • Ceviz Ezmesi (walnut paste)

    Burdur's registered walnut paste is a popular choice as a gift.

Culture, Local Products and Economy of Çeltikçi

  • Lakes Region culture

    The shared rural culture of Burdur and Isparta continues to be lived in the district.

Local Products

  • Cereals — Cereal farming and livestock rearing take place in the district.

Economy

The economy is based on agriculture and livestock farming.

How to Get to Çeltikçi

Çeltikçi is 30 km from Burdur city centre. The district lies on the Burdur–Antalya highway.

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Çeltikçi: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the places to see in Çeltikçi?

The 2 highlights of Çeltikçi are the rural landscape of Çeltikçi and its surroundings and Çeltikçi Plain.

What should I eat in Çeltikçi?

Burdur Şiş Köftesi and Ceviz Ezmesi are the standout flavours on the tables of Çeltikçi.

What is Çeltikçi famous for?

Çeltikçi is known for cereals and the culture of the Lakes Region. Cereal farming and livestock rearing take place in the district.

How do I get to Çeltikçi?

Çeltikçi is 30 km from Burdur city centre. The district lies on the Burdur–Antalya highway.

How long should I set aside for a trip to Çeltikçi?

Suggested visit length: a short break. Best time to visit: spring and autumn.

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