Facts and information about Gazipaşa
Facts and information about Gazipaşa
180 km. 10 km to the east. length and 7 km. It was founded on the Gazipaşa Plain on the Mediterranean coast. Mersin, Anamur, Karaman in the northeast, Ermenek, Sarıveliler in the north and Alanya in the west is adjacent. It is approximately 35 km. Parallel to the Mediterranean coast forming the southern borders. It is surrounded by Taurus Mountains, which extend from west to east. The length of the coastline of the district is approximately 50 km. It has very suitable beaches to enter the sea. Nearly half of the coastline is on the beach and the other part consists of rocky cliffs.
Tandem Paragliding
The idea of sleeping a lot and sunbathing calmly to have a good rest on holiday has become obsolete by many people. There are many exciting activities that you can try in Alanya.
One of the popular activities you should try is tandem paragliding. Don’t worry, this activity does not need any skills or experience as the professional pilots control everything.
All you have to do is enjoy the stunning view of Mediterranean Sea from above.
Local Food
Blend in with the city’s crowds and hunt for fresh delicacies brought to the market by local farmers. Many products grown in the region are sold in the local markets in their freshest and most natural form, mostly directly from their producers.
Many products, from avocados to bananas, from oranges to strawberries, depending on the season, are displayed in the stalls with their vibrant fragrances.
Beach Resort
Alanya is a worldwide center of attention with a large number of beach resorts.
The İncekum region is sought by those who do not like the crowd of Alanya city center and want to have a relaxing holiday. Here, facilities are lined up along the beach like a set.
Avsallar has a unique 10 km long sandy beach where you can find various forms of accommodation, from all inclusive hotels to boutique hotels and homestays.
Konaklı and Türkler (Fuğla) are some of the places close to entertainment and are the liveliest spots in Alanya.
Manavgat River Cruise
The Manavgat River, one of the most important in the Mediterranean, flows through the middle of the city and then empties into the Mediterranean Sea.
Boat trips across the river start from the center of town. They take about 3 to 4 hours and also take you past the impressive waterfall.
Here, the water plunges from 5-meter-high cliffs into the river creating an impressive spectacle. Read more information about it in our guide to Manavgat River cruises.