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Alanya
 Alanya
is a popular seaside resort in southern Turkey, about 150 km
east of Antalya. To the east and west of Alanya you find
some of the best beaches in Turkey, the Taurus Mountains
provide a breathtaking backdrop to the north. Most of old
Alanya lies on the great rocky promontory that juts out into
the sea.
In the old town you find many old houses, towers and
mosques, as well as a nice small harbour. At the waterfront
there are plenty of friendly bars, tea-houses, cafes and
restaurants with an excellent range of international and
traditional cuisine.
High above Alanya you find an impressive 14-th century
citadel. Within its walls are quaint houses, mosques and a
Byzantine church decorated with frescoes. There are twisting
narrow alleyways tempting shoppers with their colou rful
boutiques and stalls of cheese-cloth dresses, carpets,
copper and jewellery.
Below the citadel you find sea caves and grottoes. 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 impressive stalactites and stalagmites
with a moist warm atmosphere said to benefit asthma
sufferers.
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.
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