A different look at the introduction of the city of Alanya and 5 reasons to migrate and live there

Why the city of Alanya?

The city of Alanya is famous for its long coastline, which is completely sandy, a city full of energy and peace, where people from every nationality in the world live in this city, and the beautiful and famous sun of this city, which is another welcome reason for traveling and immigrating to this city. It is a city, many immigrants live in this beautiful city and anyone who enters this city for the first time is fascinated by the beauty, peace and security of this city, the natives of this city are very hospitable and friendly to foreigners and they know the reason for the growth and Their income depends on these foreigners.

In the following, we have taken a different look at the introduction of the city of Alanya and 5 reasons for immigrating and living in it, and why many people in the world, especially Iranians, want to live in this city is a topic that we will discuss further.

Where is Alanya on the map of Türkiye?

The historical and coastal city of Alanya is located in Antalya province and on the southern coast of Turkey.

The city is located 135 km from the city of Antalya and leads from the north to the Torres mountain range, from the south to the Mediterranean Sea, from the west to Manavgat and from the east to Ghazi Pasha.

Alania’s greatest political importance was in the Middle Ages, at the same time as the Seljuk reign over Rome under the rule of Aladdin Kiqbad I, from whom the city is named, and during his time it was the capital of the government.

Many of the current sights of the city were also built during this period.

The climate of Alanya is mild and Mediterranean; In this city, winters are wet and rainy and summers are hot and dry. In Alanya, you can feel the heat of the sun for approximately at least 250 days a year; The temperature of the sea water in this city is about 20 degrees Celsius and it has a salinity of 31%, and all these are part of the reasons for welcoming this city.

Alanya is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Turkey today with its pleasant Mediterranean climate, natural attractions and cultural and historical monuments left over from past centuries.

According to statistics, Alanya has a 9% share in Turkish tourism and a 30% share in the purchase of real estate by foreigners, who are mostly Europeans.

For more than 60 years, tourism has become the dominant industry of this city, as a result of which the city’s population has increased, and this is one of the attractions of this city; The peaceful life of a population with different races, cultures and beliefs together with the utmost respect.

What is more interesting is that the foreign residents of this city celebrate their national holidays and occasions publicly and everyone participates in it; Including Christmas for Christians and Nowruz, which Iranians celebrate every year more magnificently than before.

In Alanya, sports events and cultural festivals are held every year in accordance with its coastal location and warm weather, which is one of the tourist attractions of this city.

Advantages of living in Alanya

If you are thinking about living in Turkey, it is good to take a look at the advantages of living in Alanya, along with big and well-known cities like Istanbul, Ankara and Antalya, maybe you chose to live in this warm and sunny city.

Unparalleled weather, reasonable cost of living, reasonable cost of buying a property to obtain residence or citizenship, multiculturalism and natural and historical attractions of Alanya are the main advantages of living in Alanya, which we will discuss below:

• Climate of Alanya: For many people, the first feature for choosing a place of residence is its climate. If you are one of those people who are looking for mild weather in winter and warm weather and bright sun in summer so that you can relax by the sunny beach during the day or swim in the sea and sit in street cafes until late at night, it is likely that Very, living in Alanya is the right option for you.
• Cost of living in Alanya: Alanya city has fertile land due to its pleasant climate and many food items are produced in this city. On the other hand, fish and other sea foods are one of the main dishes of this coastal city, which are always plentiful and available. Therefore, in general, the cost of food in this city is more suitable than other cities in Turkey. Of course, this depends on your lifestyle and many of the items in this city are not different from other cities in Turkey.
• Reasonable cost of buying property in Alanya for obtaining residency and citizenship: As mentioned above, about 30% of properties bought by foreigners in Turkey belong to the city of Alanya. This statistic is very exceptional and shows that investors, who are mostly European and also residents of some Middle Eastern countries such as Iran, have found this city suitable for long-term investment.

A different view about the introduction of the city of Alanya and the reasons for immigrating and living in it. In general, Turkey is the cheapest country among the countries where you can live by buying a property. But buying a property in Alanya is more economical than other cities in Turkey, especially considering the good weather, the lower cost of living and the peace and security that this city brings you, you can think more about living in the beautiful city of Alanya.

Alanya city is 135 km from Antalya Airport and 45 km from Ghazi Pasha Airport. From these two airports, you can fly to many cities in Turkey as well as European and Asian countries. There are also weekly direct flights from Alanya to Tehran and vice versa.

• Cultural and linguistic diversity: Although Turkey is generally a tourist country and many of its regions are used to the presence of tourists from different countries and cultures, Alanya is a little different from other regions.
  Tourists and immigrants living in this city are mostly European, and at the same time, it also has tourists and immigrants from other countries, such as Arab countries and Iran. For this reason, the urban space of Alanya is more flexible to different cultures and beliefs.
  In Alanya, unlike other Turkish cities, most of the local people are multilingual and know at least a little English, Arabic and even Farsi. The tourist aspect of Alanya is so strong that even its shopping centers often accept commonly used currencies such as dollars, euros and pounds instead of lira.
• Natural, historical and cultural attractions: Alanya. Alanya is a historical city that, in addition to the beautiful Mediterranean beaches, has many historical and recreational attractions that make you always have an attractive option to spend your free time and have fun, whether you travel to this city as a tourist or want to live there.

Historical and cultural attractions and tourism of Alanya

We will briefly talk about some of these attractions below:

Alanya Natural Caves

The city of Alanya has several beautiful and natural caves, which are among the most important attractions of this city. The most famous of these caves, which must be on the list of places you want to visit, are Fosforlu Caves, Dim Cave and Damlataş Caves.

The interesting thing about Damlatash cave is the story of its discovery and its becoming the basis of tourism in this city. This cave was discovered by accident in 1948, with the explosion of a dynamite. With expert investigations, it was found that this cave has properties that cure people with asthma and breathing problems.

When this news was announced, a flood of tourists poured into Alanya, so that all the hotels and guesthouses were full and had no room for new travelers. For this reason, the people of the city took the tourists to their house and rented them a room in their house. And this was the beginning of Alanya’s touristic journey.

Alanya Red Castle (Kizil Kule Fortress)

This castle is known as the Red Tower or Red Castle because of its red bricks. The construction of this castle began in the 13th century under the supervision of a Syrian architect named Abu Ali Riha. The purpose of this tower was to protect the ship building. The Red Tower has an octagonal structure with a height of 33 meters and a width of 12 meters.

The Red Tower is the symbol of the city of Alanya.

Alanya Castle

Alanya Castle is a coastal and historical landmark of this recreational city. This castle is the remains of a Seljuk fortress that was built after the conquest of Alanya in 1220 by Alaeddin Kiqbad I. Due to its strategic location, this historical place offers spectacular and wide views.

This magnificent ruin is on top of the peninsula at a height of 250 meters and overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. With six kilometers long ancient walls, it covers a large number of attractive structures. including Aladdin Kiqbad I Palace, several mosques such as Sulaymaniyah Mosque, a church and many others.

It should be noted that Alanya Castle is currently on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Alanya Lighthouse

The Alanya Lighthouse is located at the end of a path that partially covers the Alanya Sea. Walking through this historical monument with the view of the boats on one side and the open sea on the other side is very enjoyable and a very special place for photography.

If you like visiting museums and seeing historical monuments made by man, Alanya museums are an interesting place for you. In this museum, handicrafts and tools that were made and used by the people of this region during different historical periods are displayed. Among these museums, the following can be mentioned:

Ataturk House Museum and Archaeological Museum

But perhaps the most important attraction of Alanya is its beaches, which attract many tourists every year and are eager to live in Alanya. Cleopatra Beach and Qiqbad Beach are the main beaches of this city, both of which have a blue flag.

The Blue Flag is an international environmental mark for beaches that indicates having parameters such as clean sea water, importance to environmental management, safety and appropriate equipment and responsiveness to people who use the beach.

Alanya, like other tourist cities in Turkey, has many shops and shopping centers that sell from original European brands to cheap goods. You can see different stores all over the city of Alanya.

Disadvantages of living in Alanya

Every city, along with all the advantages it has, may also have negative points, but the important thing is which weight is heavier, advantages or disadvantages? Knowing everything we’ve said so far about living in Alanya, the scales tip in favor of the city’s benefits.

The level of crime in Alanya is very low. However, in every city, including Alanya, we are faced with cases such as robbery, which, of course, is reported to be very low.

Interesting facts about the city of Alanya

Alanya is a coastal city 135 kilometers east of Antalya and in the south of Turkey; This shining star of the Mediterranean with its long sandy beaches, historical attractions, Mediterranean climate, popular Turkish cuisine and exceptional views is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the world.

The city of Alanya has a strategic location and is known as a strong fortress. This city gained its importance and political value in the Middle Ages and during the reign of Sultan Alauddin Kiqbad. Most of the sights and historical places of this city, such as the shipyard, the Red Tower or the Alanya Castle, are among the remaining works of the Sultan of Kigbad.

The people of this city are very sensitive to their old traditions; For example, if you ask a citizen of Alanya about their customs, traditions or culture, they will talk for hours and tell you interesting stories. It is interesting to know that some of the traditions of this city are very similar to Iran.

One of the interesting facts about Alanya is the historical context of the city, which has led to the construction of many historic caravanserais, including Alanya, Sarapsa and Alara caravanserais.

The people of Alanya are very interested in traditional medicine and despite the great growth they have had in the field of medicine, they still believe in using traditional medicines to cure diseases. Many tourists travel to this city every year to use traditional medicine. The people of Alanya take help from plant materials, wood and precious stones for the health of body and mind.

The most interesting event that happens in an Alanian family is the birth of a child. When a child wants to enter the house for the first time, a big party is held and delicious food and sweets are provided for the guests. Anyone who passes by this house, whether they are acquaintances or strangers, can enter the house and enjoy this celebration. The people of Alanya believe that this celebration will keep the house blessed and the baby generous in the years to come.

The city of Alanya has about 50,000 foreign residents and almost all different cultures live together there.

Due to its favorable climate, Alanya has a large number of golf courses, which has made many players choose to practice here.

Currently, most famous restaurant brands such as McDonald’s, Starbucks, Burger King and KFC have branches in Alanya.

Be sure to get discounts in local stores and markets; Because in this city, bargaining is a ritual, and by doing this, you can reduce the cost of your goods by two or three times.

If you plan to travel to Alanya, it is better to choose spring or autumn because the temperature is very hot in summer.

The best solution for traveling within the city of Alanya is minibuses. Taxis are relatively expensive for you, unless you want to travel as a family or a group of 4, taxis can be a good option.

Alanya has a fully developed agriculture. This city is famous for its banana plantations, orange and lemon gardens.

Alanya Castle is one of the most valuable and attractive tourist attractions in Turkey, which dates back to the 13th century. This castle is 250 meters high; You need to get a ticket to enter Alanya Castle, but most places are open to the public.

The cost of treatment in the city of Alanya is relatively expensive and its private hospitals charge high prices for their services.

Cleopatra Beach with its clean and azure waters is one of the legendary beaches of Alanya, named after the last Hellenistic queen of ancient Egypt, Cleopatra.

Damlatash Cave is located 3 kilometers from the center of Alanya and is located in the west of Alanya Castle. This cave was discovered by chance in 1948 and after conducting various researches, it was opened to the public. According to most people, Damlatash Cave cures asthma and respiratory problems. Most of the people who visit this cave suffer from asthma.

The Red Tower is the symbol of the city of Alanya; Red Tower is 12.5 meters wide and 33 meters high. The construction of this tower started at the beginning of the reign of Aladdin Kiqbad and was finished in 1226. On the Red Tower is the flag of Alanya and its name is derived from its red bricks. This octagonal tower protects the shipyard of the city.

Dam Cave is one of the most amazing natural attractions of Alanya city; This cave is the second largest cave in Turkey. Dim Cave is located 11 kilometers away from Alanya city and its interior is covered with limestone.

Syedra Ancient City is a Roman ruin that was founded on a hill in the third century; This city is located 20 km from the center of Alanya and 3 km from the sea. Sidra has ruins of a prayer hall, a bath complex and pools, which are free to enter.

Alanya is one of the few places that offers a six-month pleasure by the sea where you will experience at least 250 sunny days.

Turkish bath is part of Turkish culture; The Ottoman Turks inherited the concept of the bath from the Romans and adapted it to their own taste.

Geographically, the city of Alanya is located at the bottom of the Taurus Mountains and is surrounded by many orange and lemon groves.

Alanya has the hottest weather in the months of June, July, August and September and the rainy weather in the months of January, February, March, April, October and November.

The most attractive festivals in Alanya

Turkish people are Muslim and hold many Islamic ceremonies and celebrations. Along with this ceremony, there are various cultural celebrations and festivals that attract many tourists every year.

Every year in the beginning of May, the International Art and Tourism Festival is held in Alanya. Various art exhibitions and fireworks are held in this festival.

Visitors can visit the Turkish food and beverage exhibition and show their skills in this field to the public. This festival includes many artistic programs, theater and dramatic movements. Entry to these events is free for everyone and you can have a great time.

Since 1994, the Opera and Ballet Festival has been held in Alanya every year in June and July, and artists from around the world travel there to perform at the Aspendos ancient amphitheater.

The International Jazz Festival takes place in early September. People who love music can travel to Alanya from all over the world and attend at least one of the concerts or programs of this festival. Concerts usually start at 9pm and last for four days.

When is the time to travel to Alanya?

As we said earlier, the weather in Alanya is mild and pleasant during most days of the year. Only about two months of summer, around July and August, the weather is hot and humid. Of course, it may rain all the time and in all seasons.

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