Alanya is a district of Antalya province of Turkey. Alanya is located on the Mediterranean coast and is a very important region in terms of tourism.
The history of Alanya dates back to ancient times. Alanya Castle in the district is one of the most beautiful examples of Seljuk period architecture. The castle offers magnificent sea views as well as the historical castle.
The most important touristic area of Alanya is Cleopatra Beach, located east of the district centre. This beach is famous for its fine sand and clean sea. There are also many hotels, holiday villages and restaurants in Alanya. Other tourist attractions in Alanya include Damlatas Cave, Dim Cave and Alanya Museum.
Alanya is also an ideal region for many water sports activities. Water sports such as paragliding, surfing, canoeing, water skiing are very popular in the district. In addition, nature activities such as cycling tours, trekking and mountain walks can also be done in the district.
Alanya’s economy is based on tourism and the tourism sector is the most important source of income in the district. Agriculture and fishing are also carried out in the district. Among the local dishes of Alanya, fish, olive oil dishes, kebabs and appetisers stand out.
Alanya also hosts many festivals and events reflecting Turkish culture. Events such as Alanya International Tourism and Art Festival, Ramadan Festivals and Local Flavours Festival are organised in the district every year.
