Located in the southern coast of Turkey along the Mediterranean Sea, Alanya is a beautiful setting that attracts travelers, tourists, and students, alike.Hom to nearly 300,000 people, the small peninsula borders the Mediterranean on its southern side, and backs up to a stunning mountain range to the north. Mild winters and warm summers make Antalya a popular destination year-round, especially for those involved in one of the numerous sports activities and cultural events that take place in the c
ity. Alanya is also home to a rich history at the centre of many empires. It has been a local stronghold for societies including the Ptolemaic, Seleucid, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires. Alanya's greatest period of political significance came in the Middle Ages, with the Seljuk Sultanate of Rûm under the rule of Alaeddin Kayqubad I, from whom the city derives its name. From annual festivals to local symphonies and orchestras, students studying in this city will never be at a loss for cultural experiences to enrich their time living in Turkey.