TURKEY ALANYA - BEACHES

BEACHES

With its kilometres of fine sand beaches, clean sea and glorious sun Alanya provides its visitors a unique holiday. The beach cafes are ready to cater all needs. Most of the beaches in Alanya are Blue Flag beaches thanks to the cleanliness of the sea and the quality of service. Pools of fish are visible under the turquoise blue sea. Beaches and archaeological ruins run harmoniously together. The natural beaches of Alanya are truly excellent places to enjoy sea, sand and sun.

INCEKUM BEACH

Incekum is located approximately 20 kilometres west of Alanya. Its fine, golden sands contrast with the tall pine forest that runs along the shore. There are suitable camping sites in the vicinity and the shallow water is suitable for those who are learning to swim.

ULAS BEACH

6 kilometres west of Alanya is Ulas Beach. Following the shore road you reach a park used for recreation and picnicking. From this area the stairs on the cliff face take you down to the beach. The beach facilities are excellent. A regular bus service provides access to the beach from the country center.

KEYKUBAT BEACH

Of all the beaches in Alanya province, this is one of the most notable. The beach stretches 3 kilometres east of the peninsula. The Taurus Mountains provide a splendid backdrop to the deep sandy beach. With its natural beauties around and high quality facilities, it is an excellent tourist attraction providing all kinds of entertainment and recreation activities.

DAMLATAS BEACH

Right in front of Damlatas Cave lies Damlatas beach, a “must visit” while in Alanya. The magic of the beach lies in its closeness to the cave and in a small cove sssociated with the legendary Queen Cleopatra. As the story goes, Cleopatra, the powerful Queen of Egypt, while sailing with her fleet in the eastern Mediterranean, dropped anchor at the port. She stayed in the cove for a couple of restful days of pleasure and enjoyed the sea and sands. Her legendary beauty is believed to be associated with the hot sun and fine golden sands of Alanya.

Today the Cleopatra Cove is the most frequented beach in Alanya. The sunset is magnificent and you may enjoy water sports such as pedalos and jet skis in front of the section reserved for swimming.

FUGLA BEACH

Boat trips usually stop for lunch and swimming at Fugla Beach, located in a Bay 20 kilometres west of central Alanya. Right behind the sandy beach are rustic fish restaurants and met grills providing local and Turkish cuisine.

PORTAKAL BEACH

The Portakal Beach is to the west of central Alanya, overlooked by its backdrop to the slopes of the Taurus Mountains. It enjoys the Blue Flag status, like other beaches around Alanya, on account of its crystal clear water and pristine nature. Wind surfing is available in addition to the usual water sports.