Hillside sea and castle

Alanya Kargicak

About

To the East of Alanya, Kargicak tempts with its lovely coast line and an impressive lush green landscape. It is a popular area amongst tourists and locals due to its clean beaches, and property. Kargicak is surrounded by farmland, and is the place where many of the well known hotels are.

Its beaches are always clean, and the water is clear. In some parts of the shore, it is rich with aquatic life making it a great place to go scuba diving. Kargicak will additionally be able to provide you with your daily necessities, and places to dine out. It is always being improved as many more people are starting to live there.

Activities

Outdoor activities is what Kargicak is all about. Hiking, biking, swimming or horseback riding just to mention a few.

For other kind of activities nearby area of Mahmutlar or Alanya center must be visited.

Shopping

In Kargicak most of the shopping will be able to be done in small grocery shops, butchers, and produce markets.

There are a few clothing stores near or in Hotels, though most people go to more populated areas of Alanya to do their seasonal shopping such as Mahmutlar or Alanya.

Public transportation

Buses come by quite frequently to Kargicak. The city buses numbers 1, 2 and 3 now run to Kargicak centre.

The journey from Kargicak to Alanya is around twenty minutes. The buses also take you right to the centre of Alanya. Taxis are also available if need be.

Food & dining

There are numerous restaurants in Kargicak. Most are Turkish, but near hotels, you may find a few European restaurants. Most of the cafes are family owned, and will serve you good quality hot beverages and small meals popular in Turkey.

At the beach several nice beach clubs and fish restaurants are located.

Nearby

Near Kargicak there are two areas that neighbour it, Mahmutlar, and Demirtas.

Kargicak is relatively near to the Dim cave and Dim river, and would make for excellent afternoon and half day trip. Also just around the corner the Antique city of Syedra can be visited.

Wrap up

It is an ideal place for someone looking for an easy going lifestyle, that still provides all the daily necessities needed. It has a small centre where restaurants, bars and cafes are located.

It has spectacular, picturesque views of Alanya Castle rock, the Mediterranean sea and the Taurus mountains. You are able to visit the amazing beaches, or hike in the pine tree forests nearby.

Distance to beach	20 minutes
Distance to shops	10 minutes
Distance to town centre	20 minutes
Distance to airport	30 minutes