The Alanya Fortress is considered the city's calling card, epitomises its ancient history, and is a reminder of how difficult and bloody Turkey's historical past was. The fortress is one of the largest and most majestic of the many others... read more
After conquering Alania in 1226 after a five-year siege, Seljuk Sultan Alladin Keykubat built Kizilkule, a watchtower to protect the city's harbour. Kizilkule means Red Tower in Turkish. The tower got its name because of the distinctive red co... read more
One of the highlights of Alanya is the ancient Tersane Shipyard. This large building is located on the seashore, very close to the Red Tower. The shipyard is located on the most sunny and well-lit place in Alanya. in the sunshine. You can see it f... read more
Alanya's pirate past could not but leave its traces in the numerous caves and grottoes that are scattered along the coast. They can only be reached from the sea. According to local natives, once upon a time in one of them - Kyzlar Magarasi - p... read more
