Seljuk Heritage on the Mediterranean Shore

The Alanya Shipyard is one of the rare maritime structures that has survived from the Seljuk era to the present day. Set right next to the Red Tower and parallel to the sea, it offers a unique experience with its stone arches, cool cavern-like atmosphere, and historic texture. It played a strategic role in Alanya’s naval trade and defense.

Brief History: A Symbol of Power and Maritime Vision

Built during the reign of Sultan Alaeddin Keykubad I, the shipyard reinforced Alanya’s identity as a “winter base” port city—an unmistakable sign of Seljuk dominance in the Mediterranean. Designed with the engineering of its