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History on both sides of the Bosphorus

Çanakkale

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HELLO, ÇANAKKALE

History on both sides of the BosphorusWelcome.

In Çanakkale, Troy, Assos and Gallipoli represent different layers of history.Separating the points on the same shore as the stops that require Bosphorus crossing provides significant convenience when planning the journey.Check also for current transportation information for island trips.

Don't think of the city as just a transit point. Choose from the historical and natural stops below; make room for a table in your itinerary to meet the local cuisine.

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DON'T MISS

Çanakkale · Follow the trail.

A museum door, an old street, a break in nature, you choose the stops of your route.

Official city guide
01Historic and cultural landmark

Troya Ören Yeri

Troy on the outskirts of Tevfikiye village, 25 km from Çanakkale, is one of the most famous ancient cities in the world. The importance of Troy is found in Homer's Iliad and...
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02Historic and cultural landmark

Assos Antik Kenti

Assos Ancient City is located within the village of Behram (Behramkale) in Ayvacık district of Çanakkale. According to ancient writers, the city was 7th...
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03Nature and city discovery

Gelibolu Mevlevihanesi

Gelibolu Mevlevihane is one of fifteen Mevlevi acidanes in which an ordeal and dervish is cultivated. In the Ottoman era, a cult or cult branch...
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04Selected place to visit

57. Piyade Alayı Şehitliği

The 57th Infantry Regiment Shehitlik and Memorial, designed by architect Nejat Dinçel, was commissioned by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism on 12 December 1992.
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05Selected place to visit

Aleksandria Troas Antik Kenti

Alexandria Troas Ancient City is within the boundaries of the village of Dalyan in the District of Ezine, Çanakkale. The city was founded in 310 BC on behalf of Alexander the Great.
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06Selected place to visit

Apollon Smintheus Kutsal Alanı

Apollon Smintheus Sacred Area (Smintheion) is located in the town of Gülpınar in the District of Ayvacık, Çanakkale. The area is known for the Temple of Apollon Smintheus.
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English summaries are adapted from the linked Turkish Culture Portal sources. Check each official source for current visiting, restoration, accessibility and ticket information.

MEET WORLD HERITAGE

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Çanakkale · Your car rental plan

When combining the city and nearby sights, include pickup/return locations, passengers, luggage and vehicle category in your request. Confirm the full price, handover arrangements and availability with the supplier.

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SAVOUR THE CITY

Çanakkale food traditions
a place at the table.

The local kitchen is one of the most enjoyable ways to meet the city. In the Cultural Portal, you can explore the tastes recorded for this city below, and you can find the story and preparation of the food from their official sources.

Food names and links: T.C. Ministry of Culture and Tourism Çanakkale cuisine. Menu availability varies by business and season.

CHOOSE SOFRANIZI

Çanakkale · Where to eat

Check the menu, location, and service time from the enterprise's own channel before you leave.

FROM THE BUSINESSER'S OWN RESOURCE

Yalova Restoran

About the menu of fish and seafood, you can access the business's own promotion. Center and Bozcaada branches at different addresses; specify the branch at the time of booking.

Kemalpaşa · Çanakkale Merkez

Source checked: 28.10.2026
PLAN YOUR VISIT

Take your time.
Make time to explore.

This is an idea of a visit; it is not a distance or shortest path ranking. Create your plan by checking the districts and opening conditions of the stops.

  1. 01
    For your first discovery

    An introduction to the city

    TROYA ÖREN YERİ · ASSOS ANTİK KENTİ

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  2. 02
    For your second discovery

    A little deeper.

    GELİBOLU MEVLEVİHANESİ · 57. PİYADE ALAYI ŞEHİTLİĞİ

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  3. 03
    When you have time

    Expand route

    ALEKSANDRİA TROAS ANTİK KENTİ · APOLLON SMİNTHEUS KUTSAL ALANI

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SMALL NOTES, A HAPPY TRAVEL

Before you go.

When visiting historical sites

Visiting layouts of museums, places of worship and worship structures may vary. Watch directions in protected areas; check photo and accessibility conditions from the official source.

How to plan vehicle delivery?

Çanakkale Specify delivery district, neighborhood and dates when creating a demand for it. Contact the delivery company at the airport, hotel or different point; clarify the deposit and insurance conditions through the offer.

Without taking a lunch break

Local food is not expected to be available in every restaurant. Ask to operate your menu, allergen and diet requirements; the resource date shown here is not a guarantee of up-to-date service.

WHEN YOU'RE READY

Çanakkale On their way
The steering is yours.

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THE WAY TO THE WAY

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Content checked: 2026-10-28. The links are for informational purposes; they do not include a paid ranking or visiting guarantee.

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