To plan your trip and guarantee yourself a pleasant and comfortable stay, you should take a look at the map and get acquainted with the peculiarities of the areas of Alanya (includes 6 resort centers).
Names and descriptions of areas in Alanya
- Konakli: on Wednesdays there is a noisy bazaar where you can buy sweets and souvenirs, taste Turkish tea. And if you wish, you can get leather goods at your local two-story store. Konakli invites guests to explore the Clock Tower and the mosque, walk through the park, where there are shady gazebos, fountains, a playground and a trampoline.
- Karaburun: Tourists from here will be interested in visiting the ruins of the ancient cities of Justiniano and Alarakhan (known for caravanserais). Karaburun is famous for its Akdag mountain, as well as clear and transparent water, which is ideal for divers and those wishing to swim underwater. And thanks to the often blowing winds, sailing enthusiasts also come here. It is advisable to plan a trip here not only for the summer, but also for the spring, when daffodils bloom in Karaburun.
- Avsallar: Here tourists can pamper themselves with shopping and nightlife, as well as Turkish baths, massages and other spa treatments (local 5-star hotels have their own thalasso center). In addition, they will be able to go on a rafting tour (Alara River).
- Incekum: thanks to the pine forest, it is suitable for travelers suffering from pulmonary diseases, gentle entry into the water for families with children, romantic atmosphere and stunning sunsets for couples in love, and water activities for active tourists.
- Mahmutlar: famous for the Dimchay River, as well as for the park, next to which you can get homemade souvenirs from local artisans and artists.
- Okurcalar: famous for its sandy and pebble beaches with a gentle entrance to the water.
Among the attractions of Alanya, travelers' attention deserves the Cleopatra beach (famous for its golden sand, suitable for families with children and riding on catamarans and water skiing), Water Planet water park (guests can go in for water floor, surf in a wave pool, ride from the attractions "Cobra", " Kamikaze”and others), the Red Tower (you will be told about the history of the city and the tower in the Ethnographic Museum), Damlatash Cave (you can take photos of multi-colored stalactites and stalagmites).
Attractions and entertainment on vacation in Alanya
Where to stay for tourists
Tourists who go to Alanya for club life are recommended to stay in Konakli hotels - they can have fun in local nightclubs and discos. In addition, there are pebbly beaches, but before booking a hotel, it makes sense to check the condition of the beach belonging to the accommodation facility, since you can often find large boulders in the water.
Looking for tranquility and comfort? Accommodation in Okurcalar will suit you (there are inexpensive 4- and 5-star hotels). And almost the cheapest hotels with good quality services can be found in Mahmutlar.
