Alanya old town. Turkey, Alanya - "Alanya is a fairy tale-city of dreams! Local attractions!"
The sights of Alanya seem to have conspired and are located next to each other - in the city center. All the attractions of Alanya are inexpensive and easy to visit on your own, even if you are visiting for the first time. We will tell you how much it costs and how to do it.
Attractions of Alanya in Turkey: content of the article
Attractions of Alanya: what is included in our rating
The main attractions of Alanya are a list of seven points: a water park, an archaeological museum, a funicular, Cleopatra's beach, the Red Tower and ancient buildings next to it, Alanya Fortress, Damlatash cave. The sights of Alanya are not striking in scale, but they are all interesting and picturesque.
All the sights of Alanya can be visited independently in two to three days. To make it easier for you to decide where to start and how to end, we have compiled a rating of the attractions of Alanya - in ascending order.
No. 7. Alanya Aquapark
Alanya water park is small and not young anymore - that's why the price for it is low. A good place to spend a hot day there. Alanya Water Park has seven slides, a large pool and a lazy river. There are cafes where you can dine inexpensively: sets with hamburgers, fried potatoes and cola cost from 13 to 20 liras. The water park and the archaeological museum are opposite each other.
Alanya Aquapark opening hours: from 8:00 to 18:00. V winter time the water park is closed.
Ticket price: 40 lire.
Alanya Aquapark is not for those who want to choke on adrenaline. But not really for kids either. In general, the golden mean.
The water park is located in the very center of the city, very close to hotels and residential buildings.
# 6. Alanya Archaeological Museum
Let me tell you a secret: initially, the Alanya Archaeological Museum occupied last place in our rating, but then we decided to go there 🙂 Were pleasantly surprised! The price is ridiculous, and there are many interesting things in the museum - both in the open area and in the building inside. There are practically no visitors, but in vain. We sincerely recommend this sweet one, cubby all tourists, you will like it.
Opening hours of the archaeological museum: from 8:00 to 18:30.
Ticket price: 6 lire.
Alanya Archaeological Museum is located by Cleopatra Beach. The pride of the museum is the rarest floor mosaics, which are almost 1800 years old!
There are tombs in the courtyard of the museum. There are thousands of similar tombs in Turkey, but there are very few well-preserved ones.
There are many interesting things inside the Alanya Archaeological Museum, be sure to go, especially since the ticket there is almost free.
No. 5. Funicular
The funicular in the list of Alanya attractions is a beginner. It was opened a couple of years ago. On weekends, teleferik (Turkish name) is in great demand among locals, so if possible, ride on weekdays - go to the booth alone. The views from it are stunning to the beach, the city, and the mountains. Travel time is about 10 minutes.
Funicular opening hours: from 9:30 to 20:00.
Ticket price: one way - 22 lira, in both directions - 28 lira.
When the funicular was still under construction, this article was called “6 best places Alanya "🙂
We are pleased to include the funicular in our list of Alanya attractions to visit.
No. 4. Damlatash cave
By God, Damlatash cave would be ready to be placed above the fortress of Alania only thanks to Russian tourists who exclaimed at the entrance: "Wow, this is beauty in general!" After the caves visited in Laos, Zhenya and I are hard to impress, but these wonderful guys helped me see the cave as tourists who have just set foot on the travel path see it. The cave is really beautiful: there are many stalactites and stalagmites in it. The only negative is that it is small and there are a lot of people in the high season. Damlatas Cave is located at the foot of the mountain to the left of Cleopatra Beach, if you face the sea.
Working hours of Damlatas cave: from 10:00 to 18:00
Ticket price: 7.5 lire If you visit the Red Tower first, which tops our rating of attractions in Alanya, you can save on a ticket, for more details, see point 1.
The name of the Damlatash cave comes from two words: damla - drop, taş - stone. You will be surprised, but it translates as "stalactite".
The inside of the cave is really very beautiful, especially if you look up.
Sights of Alanya: such "columns" look very impressive.
# 3. Fortress of Alanya (Alanya Kalesi)
Alanya Kalesi (read as "kalesi", not "khalisi") was built in the 13th century. The fortress can be safely called a visiting card of Alanya; it is located on a rocky shore next to Cleopatra's beach at an altitude of 250 meters. The fortress offers excellent views of the city and the beach. On one side, the wall descends almost to the Red Tower. Part of the fortress can be viewed free of charge.
Despite the fact that there are often articles about the sights of Alanya or collections on the topic "What to visit in Alanya?" begin with the fortress, we gave it the third, and not a higher place in our rating of attractions because the fortress seemed monotonous to us, we expected more.
Alanya Fortress opening hours: from April to October - from 08:00 to 19:00, from November to March - from 8:00 to 16:45.
Ticket price: 20 lire.
How to get to Alanya fortress? The city bus number 4 goes to the entrance to the fortress, the fare is 2.5 lira. There is a stop right at the foot of the mountain, near the Cleopatra beach, where taxi drivers stand. You can also take the funicular, and then walk for 7-10 minutes following the signs.
In total, there are 140 such towers on the wall that surrounds the Alanya fortress.
I really like how doorways and arches in general were decorated in ancient times.
Archaeologists and scientists believe that the Alanya fortress could hold about 400 people. It seems that they lived quite closely.
The fortress has a couple of equipped viewing platforms from where you can take great panoramic photos.
These are, for example, on the fortress itself.
Or such - to the city and the beach.
# 2. Cleopatra beach
Cleopatra Beach in Alanya is the best in the area. This is a beautiful sandy and pebble beach with emerald and always clear water, where there is all the necessary infrastructure and a picturesque landscape. A link to a detailed article on the beach is just below.
Working hours: around the clock.
Sunbed or umbrella price: 10 TL, entrance to the beach is free.
Cleopatra Beach is a place where you want to stay all day, even if you have to mourn your burns bitterly afterwards.
The fortress is visible from the Cleopatra beach, and the beach is visible from the fortress. Alanya sights wonderfully coexist 🙂
No. 1. Red Tower (Kyzyl Kule) and the shipyard
Before visiting these places, we ourselves did not think that in the article about the sights of Alanya to the question "Where to go in Alanya?" We will first of all recommend the Red Tower and the shipyard. These two attractions became the leaders of our rating for two reasons:
1) Reality exceeded our expectations: we thought that inside the tower - just some kind of platform, but no! Everything turned out to be much more interesting and unusual.
2) The Red Tower and the shipyard - unique places... We saw a lot of water parks, caves, beaches and ancient fortress walls (and you, for sure, too), but in such a tower, and even more so at an ancient shipyard, we visited for the first time!
Opening hours of the Red Tower and the shipyard: from 8:00 to 19:00.
Ticket price: visiting only the Red Tower - 7 liras, visiting only the shipyard - 7 liras, visiting the Red Tower and the shipyard - 10 liras, visiting the Red Tower, the shipyard and Damlatas cave - 14 liras.
The Turkish Red Castle was built in the 13th century and is well preserved, but still underwent restoration 70 years ago, so that tourists can freely visit it.
On the first floor of the Red Tower there is a portrait of the Sultan of Anatolia Ala-ad-din Key-Kubad I, who ordered the construction of a shipyard and a tower to protect it.
"It is forbidden to touch objects," says a sign near the cannonballs. Zhenya pretended not to be able to speak English, and the Turks who saw this business then pretended that they did not know how to speak Turkish and also began to grab the balls.
It's good that the tower now belongs to tourists, and not to the military, otherwise they would never have come up with a railing to climb such steep steps!
There are several small rooms in the shipyard where there are ancient anchors, navigation aids and such a ship skeleton.
This is our first time in such a place, and although the shipyard is very small, it was very interesting to walk around it.
Attractions of Alanya on the map
As you can see on the map below, all the attractions of Alanya are close to each other. Once you get to one, you can visit almost everything on foot.
We will be glad to receive your feedback and impressions about the visited sights of Alanya!
Sights of Alanya (Turkey) in Russian with a map, photo and description
If you are not one of those vacationers who prefer not to leave the comfort zone of the hotel, then you probably want to know which interesting places you can visit a popular resort, what to see and how to surprise yourself. And we are ready to tell you about the main attractions of Alanya and the surrounding area so that you will definitely want to leave a sun lounger by the pool or exchange the beach for an exciting excursion.
Of course, Alanya is primarily a popular resort, so thousands of tourists from all over the world receive first-class service here - cozy hotels, nice beaches and a variety of activities, from diving in the Mediterranean and fishing from the yacht deck to horseback riding and food tours. But, despite the pretentious status of the "Turkish Riviera", Alanya has an impressive ancient history, in which the ancient conquerors, and the rulers of Byzantium, and the warriors of the Ottoman Empire left their mark. Numerous "ruins" and modern monuments are evidence of this. In the vicinity of the resort, such natural places have been preserved, which should definitely be visited by tourists-contemplators - the Sapadere canyon, the Green canyon, the Tauride mountains, the ruins of ancient cities and caves. There are also places in Alanya for those who love all kinds of attractions and extreme entertainment.
What sights of Alanya to see first of all
During excursions or independent walks in Alanya, you should definitely visit the Red Tower, which for centuries protected the port from pirate raids, as well as the medieval Tersane shipyard, where ships were built from local cedar forests for centuries. To feel historical heritage Alanya, you need to walk along authentic streets to the ancient Suleymaniye mosque and the northern Ehmedek fortress, and then to the Cleopatra beach and Damlatash cave. And when all the sights of Alanya have been explored, you can supplement your vacation experience with trips around the surroundings. So that you can make your own rating must see places, we present the "ten" most visited places and monuments.
TOP 10 best attractions in Alanya
Excursions to the sights of Alanya
It is wiser to visit any sights of Alanya accompanied by a Russian guide, choosing a suitable group or individual excursion... You can, of course, read about this or that object on your own, but often the guide shares such information that cannot be found in the public domain. In addition, acquaintance with the city and its surroundings will take less time, since the travel route has been carefully thought out and adjusted by the organizers for the maximum convenience of the guests. We recommend booking excursions in advance for, where available, as popular classic programs on the main attractions of Alanya and Turkey in general, and author's excursions from Russian-speaking guides. At online booking on the Tripster, it is enough to make a 20% advance payment (the rest is solemnly transferred to the guide or organizer of the excursion on the spot). And if you choose an individual program, you can, during online communication with the guide, ask you to make adjustments to the route and adjust the route for yourself.
Sights of Alanya with photos and descriptions
It is absolutely certain that you will not be able to visit all interesting places in one day, so you should prioritize what to see first, and where you can go if you have time, effort and money. First of all, we recommend that you decide on the thematic focus, because someone is more interested in climbing the ancient ruins, and for someone else - screaming in the water park. Well, our top 25 main attractions of Alanya will help you choose what is interesting specifically for you.
Top 25 attractions in Alanya
1. Alanya Castle
The main attraction of the city is undoubtedly the ancient fortress wall, built on the foundations of the Roman-Byzantine fortress by the sultan Ala ad-Din Kei-Kubade. The time of the construction of the fortification dates back to the 13th century, while the watchtowers and outer walls are well preserved to this day. Inside there are interesting ancient buildings - brick cisterns, the Byzantine church of St. George, baths, the Sultan's palace. From the observation decks located inside, breathtaking panoramas of the city and the sea open up.
Most of the fortress can be viewed free of charge, but the entrance to the castle costs 20 Turkish liras. From April to October, the ancient complex turned into a Museum under open air, open from 9 am to 7 pm, from November to March - from 9 am to 5 pm.
2. Red Tower / Kizilkule
If you hear what the Turks say about Kyzyl Kule, you should know that we are talking about another key attraction of the city, which flaunts on the flag of Alanya - the octagonal Red Tower. It was built according to the design of an Arab architect in the XIII century, and is of such high quality that today it remains one of the perfectly preserved examples of medieval military architecture. There is an ethnographic museum on the ground floor of the tower, and an observation deck on the last floor. You will have to walk 85 steps up to it.
Working hours: April-October - 9.00-19.00, November-March - 9.00-17.00. You will have to pay 7 Turkish liras for the entrance ticket.
3. Shipyard Tersane / Old Shipyard
The shipyard is located just behind the Red Tower. For the construction of the Sultan's flotilla, it was used from 1228 to 1361. The stone structure on the water, divided by arches into five workshop rooms, is an excellently preserved example of Seljuk architecture. Until the 60s of the last century, ships were still repaired there, but today the shipyard is a museum with models of medieval ships, mechanisms for lifting cargo, unusual sea charts, workbenches with tools and other interesting things.
In summer, the shipyard is open daily from 9 am to 7 pm (in winter, changes in the operating mode are possible). The ticket price is 6 liras. By the way, it is more profitable to purchase complex tickets, for example, you can visit the Red Tower and the shipyard for 8 liras.
4. Cleopatra Beach
The best beach in Antalya has been awarded the Blue Flag for its cleanliness and comfort. Two kilometers of "golden" sand, which, according to legend, was brought from Egypt itself, is definitely worthy of your heels;) The entrance to the purest water is shallow, so the place is ideal for families with children. Well-developed infrastructure will allow you to alternate lying on a sun lounger with catamarans, water skiing, banana boat rides. Changing cabins and showers (both paid and free) are installed on the beach. Interestingly, there are toilets not only for humans, but also for dogs. There are many cafes along the entire beach, but in order to save money, it is better to shop in the markets on Damlatash Street.
The beach is open to the public every day. Admission is free, but if there are not enough free sun loungers, you will have to pay for a sunbed and an umbrella.
5. Damlatas Caves
Not far from the Cleopatra beach, right at the foot of the Alanya fortress, there is the Damlatash cave - a small and not at all gloomy, it is worth visiting to see the thousand-year-old stalactites and stalagmites, decorated with very beautiful illumination. More than half an hour in the cave, you are unlikely to hold out. At absolute humidity and temperatures of about 25 degrees, it is difficult to view underground masterpieces, although local doctors assure that the record carbon dioxide content will benefit asthmatics. But the entrance to the cave is not recommended for "cores".
You can visit Damlatash Cave daily from 10 am to 6 pm. Entrance fee: 7.5 Turkish Lira for an adult ticket and 3.5 Lira for a child.
6. Port of Alanya
The seaport receives daily cruise ships and yachts, and walking along the embankment is one of the favorite activities of local residents. For a long time the port was a haven for pirates until the "gentlemen of fortune" were "asked to leave" by the Roman Empire. There are many cafes on the waterfront where you should order mussels with lemon. And if you go on an excursion with a Russian guide, he will definitely lead you to such a place in the port, from where you can see the main sights of the city - the Red Tower and the Lighthouse. It is from the port that all excursion ships depart, many of which are stylized as pirate ships.
Opening hours - daily. Per visit seaport no fee will be charged.
7. Water Planet water park
Aquapark "Water Planet" in the village of Okurjolar, 30 km from Alanya, is a great place to have fun. Almost three dozen all kinds of slides, a 75-meter "bungee", attractions "Kamikaze" and "Black Hole", rafting on the "lazy river" - everyone can choose what is more to their liking. On the territory of the Water Park there are a dozen pools with comfortable sun loungers, as well as several restaurants and cafes.
For those staying at the hotel of the same name, a visit to the water park is free (upon check-in, they are given special bracelets). Other tourists can buy a ticket with or without meals: an adult will cost $ 40/30 (respectively), a child ticket (for children from 6 to 12 years old) - $ 35/25.
8. Alanya Archaeological Museum
It is also worth visiting the Archaeological Museum in Alanya in the company of a Russian guide, because all the plates at the exhibits are in English, and the museum itself does not provide the services of a Russian-speaking guide. The exposition of the museum is quite interesting: all kinds of figurines, jewelry, dishes, household items related to the Lydian, Phrygian, Byzantine and Greek periods. In one of the halls there is only one exhibit - a bronze statue of Hercules, cast in the 2nd century. BC. There is a hall dedicated to marine finds - sunken ships and treasures. Fragments of antique columns and various agricultural implements are exhibited in the museum's cozy garden, while walking peacocks and fragrant plants add to the peaceful atmosphere of the museum.
The museum is open from April to October from 8.30 to 19.30, from November to March from 8.30 to 17.30. Monday is a day off. The entrance ticket costs 6 Turkish lira.
9. Alanya Aquapark
In the center of Alanya, behind the Migros supermarket, there is a small city water park. It has only 9 slides, which are not too steep and not new at all, several pools, a waterfall and a rafting channel. You cannot visit the water park with your own food, and prices in local cafes are higher than in markets. The city water park is almost always very crowded, so queues for individual attractions are not excluded. Before including the water park in the program, you should clarify whether it is completely open after reconstruction and what attractions are working.
You can visit the city water park every day, from 9 am to 6 pm, but the attractions start only from 10. The cost of the entrance ticket: for adults - 25 liras, for children - 15 liras. You can also buy a ticket for 35 liras with a “snack” (cola, fries and hamburger).
10. Lighthouse in the port of Alanya / Alanya Lighthouse
At the beginning of the last century, a 20-meter lighthouse appeared on the edge of the port harbor, which was assembled in Paris and sent ships to the French coast for more than 50 years. Then the lighthouse was transported and installed in Alanya. Its compact size does not prevent it from illuminating the sea for 200 miles for more than a hundred years, and tourists are invited to climb to the observation deck. The ascent will not be too tiring, because inside the walls of the lighthouse are decorated with beautiful panels with marine scenes.
The lighthouse works every day, but the passage inside is both free and paid, so it would be nice to enlist the help of a Russian guide, who will tell you when they will not take money for climbing the lighthouse lookout.
11. Canyon Sapadere / Sapadere Kanyonu
An amazing natural corner near Alanya was opened for tourists in 2008, and every year it becomes more and more popular. A walk on a wooden deck stretched along the rocks will be a salvation from the heat and will give you many impressions of contemplation pine forests, magnificent mountain peaks and icy mountain streams.
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12. The ancient city of Syedra
In ancient times, Syedra was a major trading port with its own mint. Today, these are ruins where turtles rule, but it is worth climbing the mountain to the ancient polis at least to see the stunning panoramas of the sea, walk along the remains of ancient paving stones, imagine the magnificence of the ancient Column Street or try to see fragments of antique mosaics.
13. Suleymaniye Mosque in the fortress of Alanya / Suleymaniye Mosque
The current and oldest mosque in the city was built in 1231 by Sultan Alaadin Key-Qubad (the one who ordered the construction of the Red Tower). And the mosque is called Suleymaniye because it was restored after a fire by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. On the minaret there are speakers, from which the call to prayer is heard. Everything inside the mosque is traditional and ascetic.
14. Monument to Ala ad-Din Kay-Qubad I
The Seljuk Sultan, who ruled Alania in the 13th century, is today the first to welcome guests coming to the resort from Antalya. It was this sultan who ordered the construction of the main cult sights of Alanya - the Red Tower, the Suleymaniye Mosque, the Tersane shipyard, and under him the Sultanate of Kony achieved greatness. A huge pedestal on which a fearless warrior on horseback "pranks" reminds of the decisiveness and courage of this ruler.
15. House-Museum of Kemal Ataturk
The exposition of the house-museum is dedicated to the people's favorite - Mustafa Kemal Ataturk - the first president of Turkey, a politician-reformer and a military leader. The fact that Kemal was in this house only once in 1935 did not stop the residents of Alanya from the temptation to open a museum in the building. On the ground floor there is an exposition with personal belongings of Ataturk, photographs, documents signed by him. On the second - the reconstruction of the interiors of a Turkish house with authentic household items.
16. Dim Cave
One of the largest caves in Europe is located 12 km from Alanya. It's hard to say which is more magnificent: views of the surroundings on the way to the cave, panoramas of the valley from its observation platforms, or a walk through the cave itself. As a warm-up, you should first look into the small 50-meter hall, and then go to the large 300-meter one. A cosmic spectacle awaits you - literally and figuratively.
17. Alanya Gardens Park
The park, dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Ataturk, is very popular with tourists who, after a hot beach, are not averse to taking a breath on the shady alleys. There are many exotic trees in the park, flower beds of stunning beauty are laid out, recreation areas are organized, there are artificial reservoirs and fountains.
18. Observation deck Seyir Terasi
It is worth going up to the observation deck in order to observe all the sights of Alanya at once, while the walk will be great both during the day and in the evening. On the upper platform of the observation deck there is a park and a restaurant where it is pleasant to have lunch or dinner. There is a playground for children. Turkish dance groups perform on the stage. On the lower platform, you can comfortably sit on one of the many benches and admire the city.
19. Green Canyon
The green canyon was created not by nature, but by man. This huge reservoir in the valley of the Taurus Mountains has the status of a national park, and its main attraction is Lake Oymapinar, which is fed by three dozen mountain springs. An ideal place for a picnic and a relaxing break surrounded by local beauty.
An excursion to the Green Canyon from Alanya can be bought by
20. Monument to Ataturk
The monument to the “father of the Turks” was erected on Republic Square (near the street, again named after Ataturk). The figure of the bronze "leader" is surrounded by pioneers: a boy with a flag and a girl welcoming guests. On a massive pedestal, Ataturk's quote: “Peace in the country! World peace!" When you look, you involuntarily recall all the famous monuments to the Soviet leader. 😉
21. Sealanya Dolphinarium
While visiting the dolphinarium in Alanya, you can not only see incendiary performances of seals and dolphins, but also swim with the latter (for an additional fee). Guests can also do unique pictures with stunning animals or visit a dolphin therapy session - "crackle" with dolphins to relieve stress and improve your mood.
22. Yil Ataturk Parki
You can enter Ataturk Park along Cleopatra Beach both from the embankment and from the adjacent street. You can endlessly walk along the paved paths. Huge fingers cast a good shadow, and standing on one of the many bridges near an artificial reservoir and fountains, it is easy to enjoy the freshness of the purest water. There are a lot of interesting plants, for example, in the form of a pineapple that has grown into the ground. The irrigation system works flawlessly, so the park is always green.
23. Incekum Beach
One of the oldest and most popular beaches, Incekum, is located 23 km from Alanya. You can get to it by minibus in half an hour. The beach is famous for its finest sand. Actually, in order to trample on it with bare feet, and at the same time to swim in the sea, tourists come here. 15 minutes from the beach - the village of Avsallar, where there are many restaurants and cafes.
24. Cable car to the fortress of Alanya / Alanya Teleferik
A funicular ride to the top of the Ich Kale fortress will give you the opportunity to contemplate stunning views of Alanya. The cabins are closed, but with large panoramic windows, so you won't miss anything during the ascent and descent. The trip takes no more than 5 minutes. Then - an observation deck and a walk to the fortress itself, you can wander through the territory for a very long time because of the numerous shops, cafes and other interesting things.
25.Dim River
Originating from Konya and flowing into the Mediterranean Sea, the Dim Chai River is popular with tourists due to its well-developed infrastructure. There are many restaurants, including booths right on the water, picturesque picnic corners and fishing spots.
Alanya is a city of experiences in Turkey. The unique climate and inexpensive leisure facilities attract tourists from all over Europe. A small Turkish town located at the foot of the Taurus Mountains, containing many attractions. It is surrounded on all sides by orange and lemon orchards, and inside it is filled with unique architecture. It is not surprising that during the Roman Empire, Alania was a favorite vacation spot for Cleopatra herself. Here you will find TOP interesting and beautiful places worth going to in the city and its surroundings.
Excursions and entertainment in Alanya (Turkey)
Alanya is one of the most popular resorts in Turkey. Every tourist will find something to their liking here. Excursions to Pamukkale, Cappadocia or Demre will immerse you in the world of the Middle Ages, return to the times of Roman rule and show you historical places these ancient cities. Must-see attractions and scenic surroundings near the resort that you can visit yourself by looking at the map.
Local guides offer a large number of tours and organized excursions
Fans of extreme sports can choose a good rafting tour, the desired diving or motorosophari on ATVs. Those who want to know water world, can take advantage of the excursion and visit the unique construction of the Aquarium with 45 branches and hundreds of representatives of the underwater world. The guides will also take you to the most secret corners of the Alanian caves, lower you to the bottom of the Dim-Chay river and organize an unusual picnic there.
For those who like to relax, there are special tours to the Turkish Hamam, boat trips or evening pop music shows with light music and laser lights.
What to see in one day
This small town, so you can see all the main attractions on your own. Start your route from the Red Tower and view Alanya from above. Walk down to the Tersane Shipyard and peer into each of its arches. Explore the Ataturk Monument and visit the house-museum in his honor You can end your first acquaintance with the city on the Cleopatra beach, relax and feel all the warmth Mediterranean Sea.
Walk along the harbor promenade and enjoy the gorgeous views of the sea and moored yachts
To continue exploring the city, you can walk along Ataturk Boulevard, enter the park and go to the embankment. Plunge into coastal waters on the Damlatas beach, visit the cave of the same name and visit the Alanya Fortress and the Archaeological Museum. In the late afternoon, you can take a trip on a pirate boat and taste local delicacies, exotic dishes and aromatic Turkish coffee.
Where to go with children
A favorite children's activity in the resort town is a visit to the Water Planet, Utopia World water parks, the Water Park and a trip to the Sealanya Seapark Dolphinarium. However, excursions to Damlatash, Dim caves or Kyzyl Kule, Ich Kale, Tersane shipyard will leave no less impressions.
Kids will love the fast water slides
A walk along the embankment will also become a real holiday for the child, because there are a huge number of free children's playgrounds, attractions and mini-simulators. And, of course, the cleanest beaches with clear water: Cleopatra, Keykubat, Damlatash and Incekum children's beach.
This monument is dedicated to the great ruler Sultan Ala ad-Din Kay-Qubad I. The peak of his reign dates back to 1220-1237. During this time, the commander was able to significantly expand the possessions of the Seljuks. He conquered the port of Kalon Oros (now the Tersane shipyard and the Kyzyl Kule tower) and for some time was able to appropriate the southern Crimea.
The monument is located in the back of Alanya. He greets all tourists who have arrived from the airport. The warlord is depicted sitting on a horse and giving the order to attack the enemy. It is interesting that modern rulers often try to justify their power by the fact that they belong to the Kei-Kubadu clan.
The mosque was built in the 13th century during the reign of Sultan Aladdin Keykubat. It is a whole complex. On the territory of Suleiman, you will see a palace, a minaret, military buildings and a school for Muslim children. In the 16th century, the building was completely reconstructed, it is in this form that we see the mosque in our time.
The peculiarity of this place is the unique sound inside the mosque. Ancient architects achieved perfect acoustics. To do this, they placed 15 small balls under the dome itself. The work of the builders can be fully appreciated by getting inside the structure during prayer.
A tall snow-white lighthouse has been towering over the Turkish coast for a century and a half. It was built in 1880 on the territory of France, and only in 1935 it migrated to the territory of Turkey. The lighthouse is only 22 meters high, but its light in the sea reaches 300 nautical miles. There are so many people wishing to get to the lighthouse that the queue is still taking place before the opening of visits. And it's worth it.
Aquapark "Water Planet" is located 30 km from Alanya in the village of Okurcalar. Here you can ride the most extreme slides in Turkey - "Kamikaze" and "Black Pipe" - and enhance your experience by jumping from a Tarzanka 75 meters high or by parachuting over the waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
In the park you will find rafting with a length of 450 meters, four swimming pools, including those with artificial waves, where you can take surfing lessons. The water park has 24 adult slides. There is also a children's area with safe, but no less exciting, rides.
Water Planet is located on the territory of the hotel, so there will be a tennis court, mini-football and volleyball courts.
The fortress was built at the beginning of the XIII century by the Seljuk sultan Ala ad-Din Kay-Qubad. It is located on a steep cliff at an altitude of 250 meters above sea level right above Cleopatra's beach. The building is clearly visible from the sea and land. You can get to it along a narrow path from the beach or going down from the Red Tower.
Unfortunately, most of the castle has been destroyed. However, it is known for sure that it had two gates, a 6.5 km long wall and 140 towers. At this time, the ruins are completely open to the public and represent an open-air museum.
WITH Turkish language Damlatash translates as "stone drop". The cave fully answers its name, because its entire surface is literally covered with multi-colored stalagmites and stalactites. Their age is at least 15 thousand years, and they discovered a landmark only during the construction of the port in 1948. This is one of the few Turkish caves equipped with stairs.
The peculiarity of Damlatash is a unique air that helps to cope with diseases of the respiratory system. Its temperature here is + 22- + 23 degrees Celsius, and the humidity is 90%, it contains an increased concentration of carbon dioxide with little radioactivity and ionization.
This is one of the newest places in Alanya. The port was built only 8-10 years ago, but the novelty does not make it less interesting. Here you can see the popular anchor monument, watch real pirate frigates and walk to the place where modern yachts, ferries and boats dock.
The attraction is located along the entire sea coast. Numerous shrubs with strange shapes, flower arrangements and unusual sculptures make this place especially photogenic.
This is the pride of Alanya, a unique landmark in the heart of the city and the owner of the Blue Flag for perfect cleanliness. The length of the beach is more than 2 km, and the number of visitors per day is about 10 thousand people. However, there is enough space for everyone.
The sand on this beach is a brilliant pale yellow color. Locals tell a legend that Mark Antony himself brought it to the beach as a gift to Cleopatra. But in fact, the beach is close to Antalya.
The advantage of Cleopatra Beach is free admission, showers and changing rooms. Only rent of sun loungers and umbrellas is paid.
Located near Damlatash Cave on the west side of Cleopatra Beach. There is the same clean beautiful sand, but the entrance to the sea is smoother. That is why this beach is so popular among tourists with children.
In addition, there are much fewer tourists here. On this beach you will find tranquility and enjoy your vacation to the fullest.
This monument is dedicated to the first ruler of Turkey, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. It symbolizes the power and strength of the state, which was created thanks to such a courageous leader. And two children on both sides of the ruler talk about the future of the Turkish people. At the foot of the monument, you can see the famous phrase of Ataturk: "Peace in the country, peace in the whole world"
The monument is located in the very center of Alanya. It attracts dozens of local townspeople and attracts crowds of tourists. A second similar monument was erected opposite the Red Tower, but it is much smaller in size.
Winner of the Blue Flag. The beach is located in the western part of the peninsula. Compared to other beaches, Keykubat is wider and has a length of 3 km. Its cover is pebble with sand.
The entrance, changing rooms and a shower on the beach are free, but you will have to pay extra for a separate sunbed and umbrella.
It is a museum that is constantly being updated. Its opening date is 1967. V this moment there are so many exhibits in it that they simply do not fit into the building. Some historical finds the museum staff placed it in the courtyard and even in the garden.
In the museum you can see ancient writings and fragments of monuments, for example, a handwritten text of the Koran, a tombstone from the 1st century BC and a Finnish stone with inscriptions from 625 BC. The pride of the museum is the bronze statue of Hercules from the 2nd century BC. A separate room was even allocated for her.
Getting to this place, you plunge into the atmosphere of Turkey of the last century. The history of the museum began with the arrival of the Turkish head Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. It was his things that became the basis for the creation of a historical monument. Over time, other tools of the Turkish people were added to the house.
To get to the house-museum, you need to go through the center to the Shchekerhane district and go to Azaklar street.
Sealanya Seapark Water Park is located 35 km from Alanya on the way to Antalya. This water park is unique not only for the large number of slides and other attractions. Several times a day, grandiose performances with the participation of dolphins are held here.
The highlight of the park is the diving service. In a separate pool with an instructor, you can swim with rays, dolphins and even sharks.
Syedra is an ancient city founded during the reign of the Romans, in the middle of the 1st century BC. At that time it was a major port city and shopping center... Here they minted coins and made trade not by exchange, but for payment in money.
A number of historical events led to the destruction of the city, but in our time you can see many elements from the life of ancient Turkey. In the territory ancient city there are three pools, which are filled from a natural source, a triumphal arch and mosaics on the walls.
The central street of the city will make you feel like a midget, because it is here that there are lying columns, the scale of which is simply amazing.
It is a unique oasis in the jungle of the city. The territory of the park is 950 meters long and 480 meters wide. The garden is surrounded on all sides by benches, ponds, artificial groves and fountains. In its center are palms, olive trees, oranges, tangerines and other exotic plants and flowers.
The highlight of the park is a small house in which real cats live. They are venerated by local residents, looked after and looked after. This is a real place for relaxation.
The canyon was opened in 2007. It is located 40 km from Alanya. But even such a long road is full of adventures and attractions, which is only one Misty Cave.
The canyon is clean and cool air, absolutely transparent and cold mountain river, high and steep cliffs, waterfalls and paradise landscapes. The unique feature of this place is its warm springs. Any visitor can take a hot bath and plunge into the cold water of a mountain river.
This is a place that not all tourists know about. It is unique in its landscapes. Locals come here for weekends, picnics and romantic dates.
The cave was discovered in the 80s of the twentieth century, and its age is about a million years. It is striking in its size: the depth of the left side reaches 360 meters, the right - 50 meters. By the way, you can also go for a picnic in Dim Cave, right to the bottom of the river.
This building was erected in 1228 during the reign of Aladdin Cape Town. The shipyard served as a place for the construction and repair of warships and was located in such a way that enemy fleets could not find it from the sea.
You can get to this historical building by going down from the Red Tower. You can also swim to this narrow place at the bottom of the hill from the sea.
A special feature of this part of the coast is the five arched openings. If you go for a boat ride in the evening, you can see how all the recesses are illuminated from the inside. An incredibly mysterious and bewitching sight.
This is the main attraction of the resort. It is Kyzyl Kule that is the symbol of Alanya and is depicted on its flag. This structure served as the defense of the city. Through the loopholes, Turkish soldiers poured molten tar onto their enemies.
The ethnographic museum is located on the ground floor. It tells the story of Alanya and the Kyzyl Kule tower, as well as the heraldry of the two-headed eagle, which is depicted on the flag.
The Red Tower was founded in 1226 and got its name from the color of the brick. In shape, it is an octagon 33 meters high and 29 meters in diameter. The building has 5 floors. 85 steps lead to the top of Kyzyl Kule. It is there that the flag of Turkey flies, and also offers stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and the city itself. This is a real paradise for photography enthusiasts.
Alanya is a well-known and popular resort on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey, where hundreds and thousands of tourists flock during the season. The resort boasts Blue Flag beaches, stunning clear waters, interesting attractions and a variety of activities suitable for all ages.
Many people prefer not to leave the territory of hotels, where there is absolutely everything for comfortable rest, but visiting Alanya and not exploring the city and its surroundings means depriving yourself of new impressions and positive emotions. Lovers of antiquities and history will definitely have a place to turn around - fortresses, ruins and museums are always welcome to visitors.
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The most interesting and Beautiful places for walking. Photos and a short description.
1. Fortress of Alanya
Defensive structure of the XIII century, located on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. The fortification was erected during the reign of Sultan Ala ad-Din Kei-Kubad on the foundations of Roman and Byzantine buildings. The ring of the outer walls and watchtowers have been almost completely preserved to this day. The viewing platforms located inside offer a magnificent view of Alanya and the sea coast.
2. Red Tower
Kyzyl Kule (the Turkish name for the tower) is one of the main attractions of Alanya, its image is even on the flag of the city. The facility is located on the territory of the port. It was erected in the 13th century by a guest Arab architect. It reaches a height of 33 meters, the diameter of the walls is 29 meters. On the ground floor there is an ethnographic museum, on the last floor there is an observation deck, where you can climb a stone staircase.
3. Seaport
The port of Alanya accepts passenger ships, mainly cruise ships plying the so-called "Turkish Riviera". There is also a promenade along which you can hike or ride a bike. The restaurants and cafes on the marina offer seafood, and in the souvenir shops you can buy some memorabilia.
4. Alanya lighthouse
The lighthouse sits on a rocky embankment at the edge of the harbor. The structure was built and assembled in France in 1880, and then transported to Alanya. The structure reaches a height of 20 meters, the lighting equipment allows the signal to be propagated over as much as 200 miles, which is approximately 370 km. The lighthouse has been operating regularly for over 100 years and is a reliable reference point for ships entering the port.
5. Tersane shipyard
The shipyard has existed since 1228, it was used for its intended purpose until 1361, providing everything necessary for the Sultan's flotilla, which dominated this section of the sea. The architecture of Tersane is an example of the development of the Seljuk period. The shipyard is located in the port of Alanya right behind the Red Tower - you can walk to it along the embankment or take a boat.
6. Archaeological Museum
The museum collection was created in 1967, but, to this day, it is being replenished, since archaeological excavations are constantly being conducted in the vicinity of Alanya. The exposition consists of artifacts from several historical periods: Phrygian, Lydian, Greek, Byzantine. The halls display collections of ceramics, bronze and glass products, preserved elements of the exterior decoration of buildings and much more.
7. House-Museum of Kemal Ataturk
Perhaps it is difficult to find a city in Turkey where there would be no museum dedicated to Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, a reformer, innovator and statesman who is revered in the country as the “father of the nation”. In the house in Alanya, on the territory of which the exhibition is located today, he lived with his sister and mother after returning from the Syrian front. Here Ataturk held meetings and met with his associates.
8. Monument to Ataturk
A monument in honor of the first president of the Republic of Turkey was installed in Alanya in one of the central squares in 1933. In the center of the composition is the resolute figure of the leader with his hand raised in greeting (he seems to be delivering a speech to the people and calling on supporters to fight). On the right side of him is a girl with an olive branch, on the left is a young man with turkish flag... The sculptures are on a low pedestal against the background of a white stele.
9. Monument to Ala ad-Din Kay-Qubad I
Sultan Ala ad-Din from the Seljuk dynasty ruled Alanya in the 13th century. According to historical evidence, he was a talented military leader and a far-sighted sovereign. Today, a monument in his honor adorns the cityscape. The Sultan is depicted astride a mighty horse, his features are stern and decisive, in his right hand he holds a scepter with the Seljuk heraldic symbol.
10. Suleymaniye Mosque
The mosque was erected during the reign of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in the 16th century. The building is a classic example of Ottoman architecture: strict rectangular shapes, pointed arches, a spherical dome of a prayer hall and a minaret towering over the entire structure. The Muslim temple is active, so it is problematic for representatives of other religions to get inside.
11. Water Planet water park
The water park is located about 30 km from Alanya on the territory of the Water Planet hotel Deluxe Hotel& Aquapark 5 *. It is a complete complex for family vacation with dozens of slides, pools, artificial rivers and bungee rides. The space is divided into zones for children, adult visitors and extreme lovers, so that everyone will find entertainment to their liking and adrenaline level.
12. Alanya water park
In Alanya itself there is also a water park, so there is no need to go several tens of kilometers. You can have a great time without going far from the hotel, which will be appreciated by many tourists. And although it is more modest both in size and in the composition of attractions than Water Planet, it has everything you need: water slides, swimming pools, recreation areas and standard infrastructure.
13. Dolphinarium Sealanya
Dolphinarium is located near the city in a few minutes drive. It is worth going to this place to watch spectacular shows with dolphins, sea lions and seals that show funny tricks, which delights the audience indescribably. If you wish, you can order a dolphin therapy session or just swim surrounded by animals to get a boost of positive energy.
14. Gardens of Alanya
A city park near the coast, where you can take a walk, take a break from the sweltering sun and admire the slender rows of palm trees. Wide walking alleys are laid along the square, flower beds are laid out throughout the territory, interspersed with green lawns. The picturesque landscape is complemented by fountains, stairs and wooden bridges across an artificial reservoir.
15. Dim Cave
The cave is located 12 km from Alanya on the territory mountain range Western Taurus in the gorge of the Dim-Chay river. It is the second largest in Turkey. Cavers discovered the grotto in 1986 and has been open to visitors since 1998. The length of the tourist route is just over 400 meters, it consists of two sections. The most interesting is the first one, which ends with a large underground hall with a lake.
16. Damlatash Cave
Damlatash is located within the city limits, literally 100 meters from the sea coast, it was discovered in 1946 during the construction of the port. There used to be a quarry at this place. The entrance to the cave is very convenient, there is a beach and a small market next to it. Damlatash is not very large - there is only one hall, but here you can look at stalactites and stalagmites of incredible beauty.
17. The ancient city of Syedra
The ruins of the ancient city are located 20 km from Alanya at the junction of Cilicia and Pamphylia - the historical regions of Asia Minor. It is considered that ancient settlement was founded in the 1st century. Syedra flourished in ancient times - they even printed their own coin here. Reservoirs for reservoirs, a stone-paved street, part of the acropolis and a whole building with the remains of a mosaic inside have survived to this day.
18. Sapadere Canyon
The gorge is located about 40-50 km from Alanya, next to the village of the same name. This place is incredibly popular among tourists who want to diversify their vacation and make hiking route enjoying the views of the highlands, fresh air and pleasant coolness of the waterfalls (some even swim in rather cold lakes). A 750-meter track is specially equipped for visitors.
19. River Dim-Chai
Dim-Chay Valley, located 6 km from Alanya, is popular place recreation among local residents - people often come here for family picnics and friendly companies. Moreover, the place is well equipped: there is a cafe. national cuisine, restaurants, water activities, attractions, fishing areas, observation decks, gazebos and terraces. The total length of the Dim-Chay River is 60 km.
20. Cleopatra Beach
The beach is considered one of the best in Alanya and the surrounding area. This is a long, well-groomed area covered with clean sand, along which there are numerous hotel complexes... The beach is perfectly suited for families with small children due to its well-developed infrastructure and a gentle entrance to the sea. There is entertainment for every taste: water skiing, banana boat, catamarans, paragliding, volleyball court.
