Geography and Climate

Alanya has a unique geographical position along the Mediterranean coast. Alanya is surrounded by mountainous areas, which are an extension of the Taurus Mountains in the North, whilst in the South, by The Mediterranean Sea and The Alanya Peninsula, which is surrounded by 6500 meters long walls. Alanya is a port city whose settlement history dates back to very ancient times. Alaaddin Keykubat, one of the Seljuk Sultans, evaluated Alanya's port feature very well and built the shipyard, and whilst built to protect the port the Red Tower. These port and historical buildings, which have become the symbol of Alanya, have preserved their features to the present day and serve tourism.

Alanya has a Mediterranean climate with more than 300 days of sunshine a year. In Alanya, one of the factors that give life to the tourism sector is the temperate climate of the four seasons. In Alanya, the seawater temperature is high and sunbathing period is long. For this reason, tourists from northern countries in winter can enter the sea and sunbathe on sunny days. Alanya, which offers the perfect opportunity to live and holiday with its favorable climate, is the favorite of those who want to buy houses and investors. 

With its climate and geographical location, Alanya is one of the most fertile regions of the Mediterranean region in terms of soil. For this reason, plant species are diverse. Alanya is also rich in Forest because it is surrounded by mountains. Even in some areas (Incekum District) the sea and forest are intertwined.

Because of its temperate climate and fertile soil, on the coast of Alanya, 24 kinds of tropical fruit species are grown such as orange, tangerine, kiwi, avocado, banana, mango, papaya, Annona cherimola, Averrhoa carambola, dragon fruit, custard apple, longan, mangosteen, snake fruit (Salak or Salacca Zalacca), guava seeds fruit, jambu Biji, Rambutan Rapiah. As we go north, fruit species such as cold-resistant apples, pears, and quince are grown. In this city, which is a paradise for agriculture and tourism at the same time, you can reach fresh fruits and vegetables at the local market established in different regions every day.