Alanya is a green, charming town that is popular with tourists.
A little history about the resort
Alanya boasts a rich history as well as great beaches, great infrastructure, entertainment and reasonably priced services. It is situated on a piece of Mediterranean land that was claimed as a tidbit by foreign conquerors for a very long time. At different times it was in the hands of the Romans and later the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires.
Alanya has long been a haven for pirate traffickers.
Alanya has long been a haven for pirate traffickers.
During Antiquity, local cedar trees were carved for the construction of Roman ships.
In ancient times, during the Ptolemaic Dynasty in Egypt, Alanya was presented to Queen Cleopatra by Mark Antony.
During the Middle Ages, the resort served as a strategic military port and a major trading centre.
Alanya sightseeing tours
The Fortress
It is the undisputed hallmark of the resort. The castle, which dates back to the 13th century, is still impressive and a source of awe. It is accessible on foot. You won't even notice the harshness of the climb - there's so much beauty all around in the form of city portraits, harbour and sea.
Within the fortress you will find a monastery, an ancient mint and a mosque. A nearby shop sells souvenirs and souvenirs. By the way, you can get to the castle on a boat tour around the beach and the ancient caves.
The Red Tower
There is a fee to enter here, for the modest price of 10 TRY.
The Turkish name for the tower is Kızılı Kule. A must-see is the entrance to the tower. The tower was once used as a defence tower against invaders and pirates.
The tower has an incredible medieval atmosphere. There is a beautiful park and harbour area next to it.
Tour to caves and waterfalls
Damlataş
You have the opportunity to visit the Damlatas Cave, Alanya's main natural attraction. The air inside is ionised and the best part is that the temperature in the cave is always stable and unchanged throughout the year.
There are specially designed benches for visitors to breathe in the healthy air. Moreover, the cave contains stalactites, which are over 15 thousand years old.
Dull Waterfall
The second part of the trip is a tour of Tuskly Waterfall and a dip in Dim Chai, a mountain river with clear water.
Extreme Tours
More extreme tours can also be booked:
Rafting or rafting down a mountain river.
Jeep tours into the mountains.
A resort with a great historical past deserves a try to learn its secrets. There's plenty to see.
