Red Tower
The Red Tower, one of Alanya’s iconic landmarks, was built in 1226 by Alâeddin Keykubad I, Sultan of the Anatolian Seljuks. With its octagonal architecture, historic cha…
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Alanya Castle
Alanya Castle, one of Alanya’s iconic landmarks, is one of the city’s most important historical sites not to be missed, featuring its historic walls, the Inner Castle se…
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St. George Church (Hagios Georgios)
The Church of St. George, located in the Inner Castle section of Alanya Castle, is one of the Byzantine-era structures dating back to the 6th century. It stands out for…
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Akşebe Sultan Mosque and Mausoleum
The Akşebe Sultan Mosque and Mausoleum, located within Alanya Castle, is an important Seljuk-era structure built in 1230 by Akşebe Sultan, one of the castle’s first comm…
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Alanya Bedesten
Located within Alanya Castle, the Alanya Bedesten is one of the structures that reflect the castle’s historic commercial life. It is one of the key stops to explore alon…
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Alanya Shipyard
Located on the seashore of Alanya Castle, right next to the Red Tower, the Alanya Shipyard is one of Alanya’s most valuable historical structures, thanks to its five-arc…
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Ehmedek (Middle Castle)
Located in the northern section of Alanya Castle, Ehmedek is one of the castle’s most important historical areas, featuring defensive structures, towers, and cisterns da…
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The Ancient City of Hamaxia
Located in the Elikesik region northwest of Alanya, the ancient city of Hamaxia is one of the major archaeological sites in the Alanya area, featuring an ancient fountai…
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Alara Castle
Perched on a steep hill beside the Alara River, Alara Castle is one of Alanya’s most notable historical attractions, thanks to its ancient walls, strategic location, and…
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Alarahan Caravanserai
Located near the Alara River, Alara Han is an important Seljuk caravanserai built in 1231 by the Anatolian Seljuk Sultan Alaeddin Keykubad I. Together with Alara Castle…
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Ancient City of Laertes
Located at the foothills of the Taurus Mountains, the ancient city of Laertes is one of the significant ancient settlements in the Alanya area, featuring the remains of…
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Iotape (Aytap) Ancient City
Located east of Alanya on the Mediterranean coast, the ancient city of Iotape is one of those special tourist destinations that combines history and nature, thanks to it…
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Ancient City of Syedra
Located east of Alanya, the ancient city of Syedra is one of the most notable historical attractions in the Alanya area, featuring a colonnaded street, bathhouses, ciste…
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Alanya's historical sites reflect a rich heritage ranging from Seljuk landmarks to ancient settlements. Alanya Castle, the Red Tower, Alanya Shipyard, Ehmedek and archaeological sites around the district are among the area's notable cultural stops. Browse the published guides for background, location and visitor information, and combine nearby landmarks when building a walking or sightseeing route around the castle and harbour area.