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Things to Do in Alanya, Antalya: 4 Places From TADIM NOTLARI
This guide turns DOKTOR DEĞİLİM AMA HASTAM ÇOK | BİZ BABADAN BÖYLE GÖRDÜK | ALANYA SOKAK LEZZETLERİ from TADIM NOTLARI into a practical travel map with 4 saved spots around Alanya. The mapped places include an area marker, an apartment building, and a place marker. Use it to understand the places, food notes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
TADIM NOTLARI visited Turan Usta in Alanya to experience how Maraş and Antep flavors are integrated into the local culinary heritage. He was particularly impressed by the high-quality leaf doner and the spicy leaf liver, noting that the generous complimentary appetizers reflect the master's expertise. The creator emphasized that the authentic use of butter and traditional techniques makes this a must-visit spot for anyone traveling through Alanya.
What this map is good for
- Planning an apartment building stop or short itinerary in Alanya.
- Seeing where the mapped places sit together before choosing what to visit first.
- Saving 4 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Alanya
Area marker in Alanya, Antalya, Türkiye, Alanya, Antalya, Türkiye - GÜVEN APARTMANI
Apartment Building in Mahmutlar, Menderes Blv. No:25, 07460, 07450 Alanya/Antalya, Türkiye, Mahmutlar, Alanya, Antalya, Türkiye - Güller Pınarı
Area marker in Güller Pınarı, 07460 Alanya/Antalya, Türkiye, Güller Pınarı, Alanya, Antalya, Türkiye - Emiroğlu Sokak
Place marker in Güller Pınarı, Emiroğlu Sk., 07460 Alanya/Antalya, Türkiye, Güller Pınarı, Alanya, Antalya, Türkiye
Food notes from the video
- İskender döner
- Yaprak ciğer
- Acı ezme
- Meyhane pilavı
- Soğan salatası
- Yeşil salata
Experiences captured
- Visited Turan Usta in Alanya
- Observed the preparation of leaf doner
- Watched the traditional butter pouring ritual
- Learned about Maraş and Antep culinary influences
- Tasted dishes included in Alanya's culinary heritage
- Experienced a variety of complimentary appetizers
- Discussed the family history of the master chef
Planning notes for Alanya
Sapadere is a settlement and natural site located in the Alanya district of Antalya Province, Turkey, situated approximately 40 to 45 kilometers east of the Alanya city center within the Taurus Mountains. Historical Heritage and Traditional Culture The village of Sapadere has been inhabited for over 500 years. Historically, the local economy and culture were centered on agriculture and silk production. Traditional silk weaving remains a documented practice in the village.
Must-try foods nearby
- Gülüklü Çorba
A geographically indicated wedding soup from Alanya, featuring 'gülük' (tiny hand-rolled meatballs), shredded chicken, chickpeas, and rice in a rich tomato and bone broth. - Laba Dolması
A festive Alanya specialty consisting of a sheep or goat ribcage (laba) stuffed with a complex pilaf made of liver, pine nuts, currants, and almonds. - Limonlu Gölevez
A local root vegetable dish unique to the Alanya-Gazipaşa region. Gölevez (Taro) is cubed and cooked with chickpeas and bone-in meat. - İlibada Sarması
Muska-shaped (triangular) wraps made from 'ilibada' (labada/dock) leaves. Unlike standard grape leaf wraps. - Dikenli Kabak Çiçeği Dolması
Delicate squash blossoms, specifically from the 'thorny' squash variety common in Sapadere's gardens.
When to go: The best time to visit Sapadere Canyon is from May to September, when the warm Mediterranean weather makes the canyon’s naturally chilled air and ice-cold spring waters a refreshing escape. During the peak summer months of July and August.
Local tips
- Rent a car or book a guided tour to reach the canyon, as there is no direct public transportation from Alanya center.
- Wear sturdy, non-slip walking shoes for the 750-meter wooden footbridge, which can become slippery or uneven near the waterfalls.
- Bring a swimsuit and a towel if you plan to swim in the natural pools, but be prepared for extremely cold water temperatures that rarely exceed 10°C.
- Accept the first offer of tea (çay) from local shopkeepers or villagers as a sign of respect for traditional Turkish hospitality.
What travelers are noticing
- Post-landslide reopening of Sapadere Canyon (May 2026) with upgraded safety walkways and infrastructure.
- Viral '100 USD Challenge' day trips featuring Sapadere’s cold-plunge pools and the nearby Yalan Dünya Cave.
- Nomadic lifestyle immersion tours in Sapadere Village, focusing on traditional silk weaving and 'Nomad Tent' cultural exhibits.
Official tourism resource
The official destination website for Alanya, managed by the Alanya Tourism Promotion Foundation (ALTAV) to showcase the region's history, culture, and tourism.
Planning questions
What are the best spots in Alanya, Antalya from this video?
This guide maps all 4 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan your trip to Alanya, Antalya.
What are the must-try foods in Alanya, Antalya?
Creator picks from the video include İskender döner, Yaprak ciğer, Acı ezme, Meyhane pilavı. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this travel map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.