A large seaside resort in Turkey, Alanya increases in size several times every summer, if the number of people in the city is taken as a unit of measurement. The reason for this is the popularity of the resort among European residents. The city boasts an excellent infrastructure, an ancient history that provides rich sightseeing opportunities, and, of course, a clear sea. In Alanya, it is usually warmer than in other Turkish resorts, and the bathing season here starts a week or even two earlier. The water temperature on the beaches of Alanya reaches + 26 ° C in the height of summer, but already in the first days of May, the mercury in the Mediterranean Sea rises to + 20 ° C, and hotels become crowded.
We choose a beach in Alanya
In the Turkish rating of the best beaches, Alanya always occupies one of the highest positions. The sea here is always clean and transparent, the order on the shore is monitored by teams of responsible cleaners, and the diverse infrastructure allows you to organize almost any type of vacation, while fitting in a very modest amount.
The coastal area near Alanya is conventionally divided into western and eastern. A stone promontory serves as a conditional border. The list of recreation areas most popular with tourists looks like this:
- Cleopatra is one of the resort’s favorite beaches. Its cover is sand with areas of small pebbles, which prevails at the entrance to the sea, thanks to which the water remains clear even after agitation. For a family holiday, Cleopatra is not very suitable, because the entrance to the sea in this part of Alanya cannot be called gentle. Inexperienced swimmers should choose another area for swimming.
- A quiet and calm sea is guaranteed to tourists resting on the Keykubat beach in the eastern part of the resort. Sand, shallow water and well-warmed water already early in the morning – an ideal combination of conditions for recreation with children.
- Many active activities on the water await visitors to Damlatash beach . Equipment rental points are open on it until late in the evening. Equipped playgrounds attract young vacationers to this beach.
- The pebbles and sand that cover Portakal beach give every visitor the opportunity to choose a comfortable place for rest. Throwing a towel on the sand or renting a sunbed on a rocky area, pay attention to the water attractions prepared for you by Portakala employees.
Some of the beaches in the Alanya area belong to hotels, others are municipal. In the second case, you will not be charged an entrance fee and the money will be needed only for renting sunbeds.
Children’s vacation in Alanya
Sea and sun! What could be better for a little person who does his duties in kindergarten or school all year round. A trip to the resort will be unforgettable, because there are many entertainments and interesting things to do in Alanya.
For example, an excursion to a marine park with attractions, the most exciting of which is diving under water in special suits. An artificially reproduced seabed demonstrates the ecosystem of a coral reef. During a walk under the water, tourists get to know the inhabitants of the sea. There is also a dolphinarium in Alanya , located on the territory of the amusement park near the village of Türkler . After watching an exciting show with the participation of the brothers, the smaller dolphinarium offers to swim with the artists and take a photo for memory.
There is also a water park in the vicinity of Alanya, where you can go if your little one is a bit bored of the usual swimming in the sea. It is called Water Planet , and its organizers envisioned an opportunity for active recreation for visitors of all ages. The pool for the youngest guests is small, but the slides in it still cause storms of delight. Older teenagers and parents will appreciate extreme attractions, slides of different heights and steepness, and a pool with sea water and real waves.
Sea caves
Among other excursions in Alanya, a walk along the sea to the Pirate Cave is booked more often than others. Legend has it that corsairs once hid stolen beauties and treasures in this grotto. In Turkish, the name of the huge underground hall sounds like “Karain Magarasa” . This is the largest naturally formed cave in Turkey. The height of its vaults reaches 150 m. You can get to the Pirate Cave only by boat from the sea.