Alanya district

Historic sites in Alanya

Alanya’s historical landscape is defined by its strategic Seljuk-era fortifications and ancient Roman settlements. This collection features the 13th-century Alanya Castle and its northern citadel, Ehmedek, alongside the iconic Red Tower. Further inland, the Alara Castle and its accompanying caravanserai, Alara Han, showcase the region's importance on the Silk Road. Coastal exploration reveals the ruins of Syedra and Iotape, ancient port cities containing Roman baths, temples, and necropolises that highlight the area's maritime history.

Historic Sites — Map

A

Kale

A 13th-century Seljuk fortification built on a 250-meter-high rocky peninsula. The complex contains 6.5 kilometers of defensive walls, 140 towers, and the remains of a Byzantine church within the inner citadel.

B

Red Tower

The Red Tower is a historical tower in the Turkish city of Alanya. The building is considered to be the symbol of the city, and is used on…

C

Alara Castle

A Seljuk-era fortress perched on a steep hill above the Alara River. It was constructed in 1232 to secure trade routes and features a complex system of tunnels leading to the summit.

D

Alara Han

A well-preserved 13th-century Seljuk caravanserai located near Alara Castle. Built in 1231, this roadside inn provided security and lodging for merchants and travelers along the Silk Road.

E

Ehmedek

The middle fortress of Alanya Castle, built in 1227 on Byzantine foundations. It served as military headquarters and a protective barrier for the sultan's residence and the inner citadel.

F

Syedra

Syedra was an ancient port city in region of ancient Cilicia, Pamphylia, or Isauria, on the southern coast of modern-day Turkey between the…

G

Iotape

Coastal ruins of an ancient Roman city named after Queen Iotape. The site includes a small harbor, remains of a Roman bathhouse, a temple, and a necropolis with monumental tombs.

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