Alanya pronounced [al anja] , formerly Alaiye, is a beach resort city and a component district of Antalya Province in the Mediterranean Region of Turkey, kilometres mi from the city of Antalya. On the southern coast of Turkey, the district which includes the city and its built-up area has an area of 1, Alanya the ultimate place to be! Visual treat. Alanya is a popular seaside resort on the Turkish Riviera, east of Side. At the top of the rock is an old fortress that dates back to the 13th century and offers a visual treat, with impressive views of the sea, port, East Beach and Cleopatra Beach.
Cleopatra Beach is obviously named after the seductive Egyptian queen, who bathed her feet here daily during her honeymoon. Her Roman lover Mark Antony decided afterwards to give her the beach as a gift. The grotto extends nearly metres into the mountain, has an intimate ambience and ends nearly 10 metres above sea level.
Those who dare can dive into the cool waters from hereβ¦. The Pirate Cave is also worth a visit. Due to the narrow passageways in the cave, large ships were unable to enter, making the cave a popular hideout for pirates. It is relatively warm in the winter and cool in the summer here. Also make sure to check out the spectacular stalactites and stalagmites that have formed inside the cave. Diversity of tastes. Alanya has a typical Mediterranean climate. The weather is almost always agreeable, also because the surrounding Taurus Mountains block the wind.
This creates pleasant conditions for both people and the environment, and has resulted in a wide variety of crops, from lemons, bananas, oranges and pineapples to guavas, papayas, dates and coffee beans. This diversity is reflected in the local cuisine, with something for every taste.
So surprise your sweetheart with a trip to Alanya and follow in the footsteps of Cleopatra. Alanya Historical Side Seeing:. Alanya Castle is obviously a landmark of the city, as it is seen basically from every point. The castle walls date back to the 13th century and are built on top of Byzantine fortifications. The walls are 6,5 km long and include towers, including the most famous Red Tower. Inside the castle one can find Byzantine church, mosque, caravanserai and numerous cisterns and villas.
