West of Alanya

  Sealanya is a large and modern aquatic park.  One part is a dolphinarium; the second is a sea life centre.  The dolphin park has regular shows.  At the sea life centre you can swim with colourful marine fish, walk in a pool with friendly manta rays and watch sharks.   Key Facts Sealanya ...

  Water Planet is one of the largest water parks in Turkey.  It is in a picturesque location, right by the sea, at Okurcalar.   Key Facts Water planet is found 32km from Alanya, off the main Alanya-Antalya highway. There is a large selection of water slides, and plenty of areas for swimm...

Alarahan Caravanserai is the most famous and best preserved Anatolian caravanserai.  It is a unique and exceptional architectural masterpiece. It stands beneath Alara Castle, across the road from the cool Alara River, and hosts traditional entertainment. History, Construction and Le...

  Manavgat River and Waterfall is a popular summertime destination.  Near the waterfall, shaded tea gardens and cafes provide pleasant resting places and somewhere to dip your feet in the cool water.       The Manavgat River rises in the Taurus Mountains  It flows south over conglomerated st...

  Side was an ancient Pamphylian city. It is situated on a small north-south peninsula near to Manavgat. The ruins, amongst the most important in Asia Minor, include gates, temples, baths, a colonnaded street, a nymphaeum and a large theatre.              The present day   Near the town of...

  Aspendos was an ancient Pamphylian city. It has the best preserved ancient theatre in the world. With a diameter of 96 metres, the theatre provided seating for 15,000 people. Other Roman ruins stand close to the theatre.             History   Aspendos was an ancient city in Pamphylia. It...

  Koprülü Canyon is a National Park.  This valley of wild beauty, rich in flora and fauna, is a centre for rafting.  Restaurants specialise in fresh trout.          Geography Köprülü Canyon means “canyon with a bridge”.  The canyon stretches for 14 kilometres, around the Köprü River, an...

  Perge was established around 1500 B.C. St Paul visited the important Roman city, and reputedly preached his first sermon there.  It is a fascinating site for enthusiasts of archaeology.             History   Perge was sited inland as a defensive measure, in order to avoid the pirate ...