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To
the east and west of Alanya lie inviting turquoise seas fringed by
extensive golden beaches. The magnificent Taurus Mountains provide
a pine-clad, breathtaking backdrop to this enchanting resort. Most
of old Alanya lies on the great rocky promontory that juts out into
the sea. Crowning the headland is a sprinkling of Citadel towers and
just below is a delightful harbour guarded by the Red Tower, an unusual
building that dates back to 1225. At the waterfront there are plenty
of friendly bars, tea-houses, cafes and restaurants with an excellent
range of international and traditional cuisine. Sea caves and grottoes
indent the rocky shore below the Citadel. Some can only be reached
by boat but you can walk up to the most famous, Damlatas or "Cape
of Dripping Stones". The
beautiful cave has a host of impressivestalactites
and stalagmites with a moist
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warm
atmosphere said to benefit asthma sufferers.
Visit
the impressive 14th century fortress which sits high above Alanya. Within
its walls are quaint houses, mosques and a Byzantine church decorated with
frescoes. There are twisting narrow alleyways tempting shoppers with their
colourful boutiques and stalls of cheese-cloth dresses, carpets, copper
and jewellery. As well as its cultural and historical sights, Alanya has
an unbeatable beach life too. Beautiful sandy Cleopatra beach lies to the
west of the resort while the fine sands of Alanya beach stretch to the east.
A good range of water-sports are available too.
The
nightlife is easy-going and relaxed with a wide choice of night-spots located
at the edge of town. Take your pick from lively bars to late-night discos
for real night-owls. Alanya is truly a holiday makers paradise. With superb
scenery, historical sights, a relaxed beach life and a lively nightllife
- it's easy to see why Alanya is so idyllic.
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Kesit
Tourism and Travel Agency
Caglayan Mah. 2007 Sok. No: 7 TR 07230Antalya / Turkey
Tel: + 90 - 242 - 323 90 09 - Fax: +90-242 - 323 96
66
E-mail :
info@kesit.com
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