Alanya: has approx. 65.000 inhabitants and belongs to the province Antalya. Alanya has the oldest tradition of tourism in the southern mediterranean coast.It is historically recorded that the beautiful  Alanya was given to Cleopatra by Emperor Antonius, as a wedding gift in the 4. Century B.C. The landscape is very charming, as it was once a fishing village but has now evolved into a hub for tourism in the province of  Antalya. Many ancient artifacts have  disappeared from the landscape since the rise of  hotels  and the heavy influx of visitors.Today  Alanya looks like the  touristic centers of  Spain or Italy. Most hotels are separated from the beach by a very busy main road. A stroll is recommended through the old heart of the city and to the castle.Boat trips are also recommended  through the limestone caves, to see the underwater rock formations, and to  bathe in'Cleopatra's"Bathtub.  When last did you climb into a 'royal bathtub"? Ideally suitable for single travellers and families without children. A very lively bathing resort, with many sandy beaches.       

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