A tour of the Seljuk castle and the Roman-era ancient city of Syedra in eastern Antalya.
Located closely on the sun-warmed eastern shores of Antalya, this short but highly intense trip takes you on an impressive journey into the millennia-old history of the region. Confidently bringing together the most magnificent historical structures and ancient settlements around Alanya, this daily route is a wonderful alternative for those who want to make a cultural discovery without breaking entirely away from the deep blue of the sea. The architectural ruins stretching smoothly from the Hellenistic period to Rome and especially to the peak of the Seljuk civilization will not only turn your trip into a visual feast but also take you directly to the glorious days of the past. While constantly wandering through the ancient streets during the tour, you will closely feel the history-scented breezes and comfortably watch the endless Mediterranean view from the peak of castles perfectly built in harmony with nature.
You begin your trip dynamically with the famous Alanya Kalesi, which boldly forms the silhouette of Alanya and rises with all its majesty on a peninsula dominating the city. While touring this strong castle, which is firmly one of the most solid examples of medieval military architecture with its long walls, cisterns, and shipyard, you will carefully trace the Seljuk sultans. Following the highly impressive view of the castle, you can happily turn your direction to the Alanya Müzesi, where the invaluable historical artifacts unearthed in the region are carefully preserved. Housing a rich mosaic collection and ancient sculptures, this museum strongly sheds light on the deep past of not only Alanya but also the entire Mediterranean geography.
In the second half of the day, you set off exactly towards the mysterious ancient ruins of the region. The massive Anıt Mezar ruin, which is the next stop on your route, will appear as a fascinating remnant providing strong clues about the burial traditions and monumental structures of the era. You will gracefully make the finale of your cultural tour at the Syedra Örenyeri, solidly established on a hill overlooking the sea. With its colonnaded streets, baths, and structures that have largely managed to survive intact to the present day, this ancient city will lay the wealth and grandeur of the past right under your feet, making this daily route you spent strictly in the east of Antalya entirely unforgettable.