Are there mountains in Alanya? Holidays in Alanya (Türkiye): attractions, excursions

All the main attractions in Alanya concentrated in one place - on the mountain where the fortress is located, and near this mountain. I suggest two routes, which include visiting all of these attractions in one go. The only difference between the routes is the difficulty.

The most important attractions of Alanya that are included in these routes, you can see with a tour in Russian, ordering it at home via the Internet on the website.

The first route is easier: you need to walk down the mountain, the second is more difficult: it is necessary walk up the mountain. You can take these routes as a basis and walk through the main attractions of the city in a slightly different way. Read about all the attractions that you can see in Alanya in a separate article.

In one day you can see in Alanya all the main attractions. This is the easiest route, but will require the cost of a cable car ticket as well as entrance fees to paid attractions. The route is designed for the whole day. You need to leave early in the morning - right after breakfast, otherwise you may not have time.

The route begins from (1) . Before your walk, you can take a swim in the sea, and then go to (2) , which is located 100 meters from the beach. It will take no more than half an hour to explore the cave. Advice! Take a single ticket, which will allow you to visit not only the cave, but also the Red Tower and the Tersane shipyard - these two attractions are also included in our walking route. A single ticket costs slightly less than all three tickets if you buy them separately. After the cave we need to return to the lower cable car station (3). Here we buy a ticket and climb almost to the very top of the mountain, where (5) .

Cable car not laid all the way to the fortress (5) – from the upper cable car station (4) You will have to climb several tens of meters on wooden platforms. On the mountain, first we go to (5) : To do this you need to buy a ticket. This ticket is also valid for visiting (8) , which we will go to a little later. Then we go to (6) . This mosque is active, and you can see it in Alanya on your own (go inside). Next go to Museum “Traditional Turkish House” (7). This museum is free and the museum staff is friendly. The museum is located next to the mosque, the road to it is marked with signs that say Kültür Evi - Culture House.

Cannons on the fortress wall on the "Warden's Path" between the Red Tower and the shipyard.

After visiting the museum, head to (8) . In the fortress, as I already said, the same ticket is valid as for visiting Ekhmedek fortress (5). Inside you will see water storage tanks (9) and dilapidated Church of St. George (10). Co observation deck (11) the citadel offers breathtaking views of the sea and Cape Gilvarda (12).

If you have good eyesight, then you can see on the cape Christian monastery (Manastir Surlar) (13). It cannot be visited because the road to it is currently impassable. To get a better look at the monastery, it would be good to have binoculars with you or look at it through a camera lens if you have one that zooms in on objects. Then from the Ich-Kale fortress we have to go down the mountain. Please note that you can walk not only along the road, but also along paths, which are much shorter. A leisurely descent will take no more than an hour.

As you go down, you will pass through narrow Turkish streets with beautiful houses that are crowded onto the mountainside. This is the so-called Old Alanya (14). In general, I advise you not to rush: some residents run a cafe where you can sit, relax and drink Turkish tea. When going down, focus on (15) – you need to get out as close to her as possible.

Red Tower also paid, but to visit it there is a single ticket that you bought for the Damlatash cave. After the tower, be sure to go to (17) — the same single ticket is valid there. This is a very interesting place, especially interesting for children. The shipyard is located 250 meters from the Red Tower. The path to it partially goes along fortress wall, on which the guns are installed. You can also see medieval throwing machines here. Sometimes this place is called "The Path of the Guardians" (16). After inspection shipyards (17) go back to Red Tower (15) and from there go to Alanya embankment (19).

There you will see lighthouse (18) and many ships, some of which are dressed up as medieval ones. You can get closer to the lighthouse and even, if you’re lucky, go inside. At the discretion of the lighthouse keepers, they may charge you money for this, or they may let you through for free. On the embankment you can treat yourself to hot corn or cold ice cream. Now head to the main tourist area Damlatas street (20), where there are many cafes and souvenir shops. By the way, on the right side of the road on this street there is a cheap chain store BiM market. Walk through the entire street and finally, if you have any strength left, visit (21) . That's it - the walk is over.

Route No. 2 – more difficult, for adventure seekers

You can see in Alanya at one time all the main attractions that are included in route No. 1, plus a few more small ones. This route is more difficult: You will need to climb the mountain on foot along the fortress wall. But at the same time this is a more interesting route, designed for those who like a little more extreme. Route designed for the whole day– leave immediately after breakfast.

The route begins from small (1) . After visiting it, walk along the main tourist road Damlatas street (2) to sea port and embankment (3). There you will see various ships (some of them converted into antique ones) and lighthouse (4), which you can get closer to and even, if you’re lucky, visit. Sometimes the lighthouse keepers charge money for entry to the lighthouse, sometimes they don’t. After a walk along the embankment, go to (5) (it is clearly visible from the embankment).

To visit the tower, buy a ticket. Take a single ticket right away, which will also be valid for the shipyard and Damlatas Cave - all these attractions can be seen in Alanya in one day, which is what we will do during our walking tour. A single ticket is cheaper than three separate tickets! From (5) By "Watchmen's Path" (6) go to (7) . This is approximately 250 meters. "Watchers' Path" (6) partially runs along the fortress wall, where cannons and throwing machines are installed. To enter the shipyard, present the single ticket that you bought at the Red Tower.

After visiting the shipyard, go to Arsenal (Tophane) (8). Through this tower next to the shipyard (through the gate) you can go out onto the streets Old Alanya (9) and walk along them, climbing the mountain to the fortress. There are two options: first (simpler) – climb the mountain through narrow streets Old Alanya (9), second (more complex) – climb the mountain along the fortress wall.

If you decide to walk along the fortress wall, then you need from Arsenala (Tophane) (8) go along the streets of Old Alanya (9) to the left, gradually approaching the fortress wall. Along the way, you will see several stone necks, similar to chimneys, that stick out from the ground. This water storage tanks (10). In a place where the wall is built with a slope (it begins to rise uphill), you need to find steps that go up fortress wall (11). There are such steps in many places: if you miss one, then look for the next ones. Attention! It is almost impossible to pass under the wall! There are huge boulders there!

You must walk along the fortress wall carefully. The path along the wall is not equipped with any barriers and exists in the form in which the builders left it many centuries ago. Keep in mind that the path is along the wall not very wide and in some places rises above the ground several meters. So if you fall from here, then injuries cannot be avoided, because below there is not sand, but sharp stones and boulders.

The path along the fortress wall will lead you to observation deck (12). But the most important thing is that there will be no steps down - you will have to go down without them. Jumping down is also not easy, because broken bottles and stones are scattered below. Go down carefully, use the niches hollowed out in the wall. It’s good if there are two of you, then you can back each other up. The height of the wall at the descent point is no more than 2 meters.

After the descent go to observation deck (12) and then go to (13) . Along the way, you can drink a glass of freshly squeezed pomegranate or orange juice. The Ich-Kale fortress is paid, but the purchased ticket is also valid in another (21) , where we will go a little later. There is an old Christian church in the citadel Church of St. George (15) and several water storage tanks (14). Co observation deck (16) inside the citadel there is a wonderful view of Cape Gilvarda (17). There is a very ancient Christian monastery on the cape (Manastir Surlar) (18), but you can’t get to it now - the path is very dilapidated. The best way to view the monastery is from the sea if you book a boat trip on a yacht.

After visiting the citadel we go to (19) . The mosque is operational, and you can see it in Alanya on your own (go inside). Next to the mosque is free museum which is called "Traditional Turkish House" (20). On the signs it is indicated in Turkish as Kültür Evi and in English as Culture House. Next go to (21) . To enter the fortress you will need the same ticket as to enter the citadel.

Free museum “Traditional Turkish House”.

Then from the fortress go down the wooden platforms to the upper cable car station (22). Buy a ticket and go down the cable car to the lower cable car station (23). After descending, it is best to go first to (25) , in which a single ticket is valid, purchased for the Red Tower and the shipyard. And after the cave go to (24) and take a swim in the sea after a long and eventful walk. That's it - the route is over.

Alanya was initially a Greek colony, then came under the wing of various empires until it became entrenched in the minds of our compatriots as a Turkish resort. Moreover, one of the best, with a rich cultural heritage.

We will have a fascinating walk through ancient fortresses, picturesque caves, museums and ruins.

Alanya has plenty of places for children, and local tour operators organize many educational excursions.

A separate topic is independent wandering around the outskirts of Alanya.

Let's go to Turkey: what is worth visiting in Alanya

Alanya is a fairly compact city.

The local transport system cannot be called extensive.

You will travel around Alanya and its surroundings using three types of transport:

• buses;
• dolmushi minibuses;
• Taxi.

Dolmushi and buses run along the central streets. The old town is completely closed to cars.

It is better to get to distant attractions by taxi or take a walk.
A trip by bus or minibus will cost about 1 dollar, a taxi costs from 10 dollars.

Top 5 best excursions

It is impossible to visit all excursions offered by local tour operators. Therefore, we have compiled a list of five points for a mandatory visit. Go.

Three excursions you need to take with your child

Children love Turkish hotels equipped with animation, water slides and swimming pools for the little ones. But even outside the hotel complexes, life is in full swing.

For holidays with children, the all-inclusive system is more convenient.

Here is a list of the most interesting places you can see with your child:

What to see in Alanya on your own

The compactness of Alanya allows you to travel independently without overpaying for excursions with guides and a standard set of attractions.

Most interesting places are located within the city limits or on the coast; the rest can be reached by taxi.

Five places everyone should see

The name of the Dalmash cave in translation from Turkish sounds like “stone tear”. It is filled with stalactites and stalagmites.
Due to its high humidity and low pressure, staying in it is beneficial for people with respiratory diseases, such as bronchitis or asthma.

Three unusual sights

Alanya is universally recognized as one of the best resorts in Turkey. The city has won the popular love of our compatriots not only due to the high quality of service, excellent beaches and warm sea. Thousands of years of history have left their mark on the appearance of Alanya, and the nature of this paradise of Turkey pampers with beauty and diversity.

The history of the city began in the 2nd century BC. e. Everything here breathes it - the fortress, the temples, and even the cozy, clean streets themselves, which are so pleasant to stroll along in the morning to absorb the special atmosphere of a truly Turkish city.

Nature generously decorated the city itself and its surroundings. Alanya is protected from cold northern winds Taurus mountain range. There are wonderful places in the mountains where you can relax in local cafes, admiring the mountain river, or have a picnic there.

The caves attract the attention of tourists - each of them has its own history and a beautiful legend. However, just like beaches or islands. There are water parks for children and adults where you can swim with dolphins and sharks. Great entertainment for the whole family will be a trip to pirate yacht.

It is better to buy an excursion to the yacht, since the attraction only works with organized groups.

If you want to immerse yourself in the history and culture of Turkey, welcome to museums with rich exhibitions. It's not just land-based attractions that are worthy of attention. The underwater world of Alanya is no less interesting. Near Incekum there is a famous dive club "Underwater Turtle". With experienced instructors, you will explore the coastal waters, where a sunken plane and an ancient sarcophagus lie at the bottom.

Historical monuments in Alanya

Ancient monuments that date back to the beginning of the new era and the Middle Ages are what you can see in Alanya on your own. They are easy to reach, they are located in the city itself and on its outskirts.

Kyzyl Kule - Red Tower

Not a single guest of the city misses this attraction. The medieval fortification is one of the last surviving examples of Seljuk architecture. For Alanya it is a symbol of the city. The tower is interesting not only as an architectural monument. Inside there is an ethnographic museum, the collection of which includes guns, military items, and heraldic symbols.

The fortress is the main attraction of the city

Built in the 13th century fortress remarkably preserved. It once had 160 towers, inside it was a mint, trading places, the Sultan's palace, a mosque, a monastery, a bathhouse and a place where military exercises took place.

The fortress is located in the center of Alanya, you can go up by bus or walk - the journey will take about 40 minutes.

While visiting the fortress, you can see another attraction located nearby. This lighthouse with its own history. It was built at the end of the 19th century in France, and delivered to Alanya disassembled and reassembled. Its snow-white walls are visible from afar.

Fortress mosque

She is better known as Suleymaniye Mosque. It is called a fortress because it was once part of a fortress and was built at the same time as it. It is difficult to get into the mosque, especially during prayer. But if you do manage to do this, pay attention to the acoustics. This is the main feature of a Muslim temple. It has balls attached just under the dome, which create a surprisingly clear sound.

The mosque underwent a large-scale reconstruction in the 16th century and has since survived untouched to this day. The school and military buildings create a single architectural ensemble with it.

In everyday life it is simply called shipyard. Its age is equal to the age of the fortress. In the Middle Ages, it was a symbol of Sultan Aladdin Keykubat's dominion over the sea. New ships were built here and old ones were repaired. Today it is a historical monument and a place where small ships and boats land. The shipyard is located near Red Tower.

Archaeological Museum

In 14 halls museum The most interesting exhibits and artifacts of all historical periods are concentrated - Byzantine, Roman, Lydian and others, starting from the 2nd century. All art and household items were discovered during excavations. There are so many of them that they do not fit in the building and are partially located in the park surrounding the museum.

Dim Chay River and Alanya Caves

In the middle of the last century, as a result of explosions at a stone quarry, from where stone was extracted for the construction of a port, an amazing cave was discovered almost in the center of the city - Damlatas, which means “stone in drops.” It is overgrown with stalactites and stalagmites; the air in it, as it turns out, is healing due to its composition and high humidity.

The cave is located at the very beginning of Cleopatra Beach.

Another interesting cave - Kyzlar Magarasy- is notable for the fact that its walls glow in the dark due to the large amount of phosphorus contained in the stone. According to legend, it served pirates as a place where they hid kidnapped girls.

You should definitely go to the river yourself Dim Tea. There are few tourists here, but the locals really love this place and come here with their families to relax and have a picnic. About 10 years ago, a dam was built on the river and a reservoir was formed. Swimming in it is prohibited, but there is an observation deck there, which offers a breathtaking view of the sea and mountains. There are many restaurants and cafes scattered near the river where you can have a pleasant time admiring the picturesque nature.

The city and entertainment in it

Alanya is blooming every year and becoming more and more attractive. There are places where you can walk and relax in the shade of trees. You can’t help but go to the embankment, which offers views of the sea and the port with numerous ships and moored boats, stylized as pirate ships.

You can have a pleasant time in the shady Botanical Garden under the canopy of fruit and flowering trees. To the park Ataturk you need to go with children - there are many children's play areas. There are also cats that live there and are looked after by park rangers. Animals even have their own houses.

At the resort Konakli(one of the districts of Alanya) there is an amusement park. There are excursions here, but you can visit it on your own. There are many interesting attractions here, and children will definitely enjoy theatrical performances.

Two water parks in the vicinity of Antalya will delight not only young tourists with entertainment. IN Water Planet adults can get a hefty dose of adrenaline on water rides or bungee jumping. And in Sealanya Seapark guests are invited to swim with sharks in a special pool.

The Mediterranean Sea is the largest sea in the world in terms of area. The magnificent nature and mild climate on its beaches make your holiday here unforgettable. In the eastern depression of the Mediterranean Sea, the water temperature is 16-27 degrees, it is saltier here, and in the western, deeper, it is 12-24 degrees. In terms of water salinity, this sea ranks third after the Dead and Red Seas.

The Mediterranean Sea is located in a very advantageous place on the planet, so its shores are quite densely populated. The beaches of the sea belong to Israel and Lebanon, Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Slovenia, Croatia, Albania, Libya and Egypt, Morocco and Algeria, as well as Tunisia. The most famous islands in this sea are Cyprus and Crete, Malta and Corsica, Sardinia and the Balearic Islands.

Turkish resorts are especially popular among Russian tourists. People go to the beaches of Turkey to relax all year round, and travel agencies are always ready to offer last-minute tours to this country. There are all kinds of hotels here offering their services to suit every taste and budget.

Giustiniano Club Park Conti

Giustiniano Club Park Conti is a wonderful hotel located in Turkey, in the resort village of Okurcalar, on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. Literally 30 kilometers from it is the city of Alanya, and 90 kilometers from the international airport. This hotel was built in 1999, but it is regularly renovated and the last renovation was completed in 2011.

In addition to the main hotel building, there are separate bungalows, a swimming pool, attractions, bars and many other interesting places for leisure activities on its territory. The Giustiniano Club Park Conti offers you the opportunity to relax in comfortable rooms equipped with all amenities and discreet, attentive service. Many rooms have terraces and balconies.

In this hotel you can relax both with a large company and with a family, believe me, your children will never be bored, they have such entertainment as water slides, a playground, a mini zoo, a mini cinema and this is not a complete list!

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Cleopatra Beach

Cleopatra Beach is one of the most romantic beaches in the world, located on the island of Sedir. Once upon a time it became a gift to Cleopatra from Mark Antony, who was passionately in love with her. The sand that covers the coast of the island is also not simple - it is believed that it was brought specially for the queen. As a gift from the crowned husband, the sand does not cause burns, practically does not heat up in the sun, and does not contain dust, thanks to which the water near the beach always remains clean and transparent.

A beautiful-looking legend takes on true colors: not so long ago, scientists proved that this amazing sand, so softly caressing your feet when you step along Cleopatra’s beach, is found only in northern Africa. In all likelihood, it was from there that it was brought as a gift to the captivating queen.

One way or another, the unique sand is considered a national treasure of Turkey and is very strictly protected: for example, you cannot walk on the beach in shoes, and before going back to the city, tourists voluntarily take a shower - apparently, so as not to inadvertently take away a couple of priceless grains of sand. This is such a modern fairy tale!

Sapadere Canyon is one of the canyons in Turkey, which is located forty-eight kilometers north of Alanya and twenty kilometers from Demirtas.

The canyon became quite popular among tourists after the municipality of Alanya equipped a special walking path in 2008. The walking route is about seven hundred meters.

Thanks to this path, you will be able to discover wonderfully beautiful nature, magnificent views, and enjoy the mountain air.

The canyon forms unusual waterfalls. You also have the opportunity to swim in a mountain stream. The waterfall has a special place for swimming. It is worth noting that the canyon is always cool, and the water temperature does not exceed twelve degrees even on the warmest days.

The tourist walking route also has a cafe and restaurant where you can relax after a walk and taste national Turkish cuisine.

Alanya Fortress

Alanya Fortress was built in the 13th century by Sultan Aladdin Keykubid on even more ancient ruins of Roman military fortifications. The structure is very extensive and includes about a hundred towers and almost one hundred and fifty bastions, and in the courtyard you can see such famous (unfortunately, only in rather narrow circles of specialists) monuments as the tomb of Akshabe Sultun, the mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent, the palace of the founding sultan fortress, named after him, and many other absolutely wonderful buildings from both an archaeological and tourist point of view.

The structure is truly majestic and delights not only with its impressive size (the fortress was built over 12 years!), but also with its rich history, which hides many mysteries and secrets. As an illustration of the entire life of the fortress, there is a museum nearby with treasures of Turkish art and various archaeological finds of the area.

Dim Cave

The cave was discovered in 1986. For many years, speleologists and archaeologists worked there. It became available to tourists 12 years later.

So, the cave itself is located vertically at a depth of 350 meters. Its length is more than 400 meters. The cave consists of four galleries, each of which is good and interesting in its own way. All year round, the temperature in the cave is just under 20 degrees with a humidity of 90%.

The first gallery is strewn with ceramic shards. The vault of the hall is of extraordinary beauty. The second hall is rich in a huge number of stalagmites and stalactites. They are everywhere - on the walls, floors and even hanging from the ceiling in the form of icicles. The third gallery is connected to the second by a small narrow passage. But electricity has long been installed here for tourists, so getting into the cave deeper will not be so scary. There are even more stalactites, which are mixed together with calcareous tuff. In the fourth grotto, human remains are revealed to the curious. Due to the salt and high humidity, they are well preserved, despite the fact that they are several centuries old.

Dolphinarium Sealanya

The Sealanya Dolphinarium is really worth it, if you don’t go to Turkey just for it, then at least look there while traveling along the Turkish coast. This will be quite convenient, because the dolphinarium is located very close to the city of Alanya - just 20 minutes away, and the pleasure is worth it.

Several times a day, shows are held here with the participation of dolphin artists, fur seals and lions, bottlenose dolphins - the delight from communicating with these wonderful animals will be limitless! Moreover, during the breaks between shows you can communicate with the same dolphins more closely - they willingly swim and play with anyone. And there are so many people interested that it is better to purchase a ticket in advance - the number of seats in groups is limited.

The dolphinarium offers dolphin therapy sessions - an excellent chance for those who have always wanted to try this type of therapy (perhaps one of the most pleasant among those existing today), but somehow there was no time or opportunity. The best addition to your holiday at a Turkish resort!

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Waterpark Sealanya Seapark

The Selanya Seapark water park will be an excellent choice for anyone who wants to relax with their family or with a noisy campaign. The water park consists of two parts - the water park itself (Selanya Seapark) and the dolphinarium (Dolphinpark). The entire park area is surrounded by the Lazy River attraction. In weak currents you can walk or swim. The bottom of the central pool is decorated with old dilapidated amphorae vases, columns, grottoes and shells. Bright small fish swim between them. For everyone there is the opportunity to dive with a mask and snorkel.

The water park has a pool with safe ramps. There is even a pool with sharks - extreme sports fans can dive there in an iron cage. In the dolphinarium, funny dolphins and funny fur seals perform for spectators.

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Individual and group

Türkiye is one of the favorite resorts of our compatriots. Not only families with children, but also young people love to come here. In Turkey you can enjoy not only the sea, but also visiting the sights. Let's consider what attractions there are in the resort town of Alanya.

Sights of Alanya

Alanya is one of the ancient cities of the Turkish coast with a rich history. The city was founded by Greek colonists in the 2nd century. BC uh, after some time it began to serve as a refuge for pirates. Further, the city was captured by the Romans and presented to the Egyptian queen Cleopatra.

Alanya was also part of Byzantium and only in 1571 the city came into the possession of the Ottomans.
Over the long history of the city, a large number of attractions have been preserved.

In Alanya you can see not only ancient fortresses and mosques, but also visit modern museums, go for a walk to the ruins or see caves created by nature.

The most famous attractions of Alanya:

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What to see in Alanya on your own?

You can go on the following excursions on your own in Alanya:

Order an inexpensive transfer - taxi in Alanya

Best excursions

The best excursions in Alanya include:

• Alanya fortress;
• red tower;
• shipyard;
• Damlatash cave.

Excursions to take with your child

When traveling with a child, you can visit the following interesting places:

• Dolphinarium Sealania. At the dolphinarium you can see a performance and also swim with them if you want to get up close and personal.
• Water Planet water park. The water park is located about 30 km from Alanya. The water park has 24 slides that both adults and children can ride.
• Waterpark Damlatas is located very close to the Alanya embankment. There are not many slides in the water park, but believe me, there are enough to have fun.

Unusual sights

Unusual attractions include:

• Lovers Cave“There is a legend that lovers’ dates took place in this cave. And one more thing, if you jump from the cape of a cave into the sea with your loved one, holding each other's hand, then your love will last forever.
• Pirates' Cave. This cave once served as a hideout for pirates. Unfortunately, it is now flooded and can only be visited by boat.
• Iotape. Here you can see the ruins of an ancient ancient city. Roman baths, city walls and a fortress have been partially preserved here.
• Tomb of Askebe Turbesi. Not far from the Suleymaniye Mosque is the burial place of Sultan Askebe Turbesi. The tomb was made of stone, but the dome and interior walls were covered with brick. There is an assumption that the tomb was previously covered with faience. Only part of the decorations and inscriptions have survived to this day.
• Phosphorus cave. It is named so because it glows in the dark. The fact is that the rock contains a large amount of phosphorus, which allows the cave to shine unusually. You can only get into the cave by water. Phosphorus Cave is considered an unusual miracle of nature.