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Gallipoli
Centuries of history, shores where two seas meet, a harbour that smells of sardines, and endless stories.
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Gallipoli Is Dear to the Heart
It is not only people who have a personality; the city, town or neighbourhood you live in has one too. And thi…
Don't Leave Gallipoli Without Doing These
Take a walk along the shore at first light, to the sound of seagulls. Close your eyes and listen to the sound …
History of Gallipoli
Gallipoli (Gelibolu), once known as Kallipolis, meaning "the good and beautiful city," first appears in histor…
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All places →Gallipoli Castle and Piri Reis Museum
Gallipoli (Gelibolu) Castle, whose remains can still be seen on the seashore today, was built in 711 during th…
Gallipoli Mevlevihane (Whirling Dervish Lodge)
The Gallipoli Mevlevihane (Mevlevi dervish lodge) in Gallipoli (Gelibolu) was built in the 17th century. Among…
Tomb of Gazi Süleyman Paşa and Grave of Namık Kemal, Bolayır
They are two of the most important names in the history of the Ottoman Empire. One witnessed its beginning, th…
French Cemetery
In the Crimean War of 1854-1856 – the three-year Turkish-Russian war – the French fought alongside the Turks. …
Saruca Paşa Hamam (Paşa Hamamı)
The Saruca Paşa Hamamı is a historic double Turkish bath in Gallipoli (Gelibolu) from the reign of Murad II, b…
The Tombs of Gallipoli
The people of Gallipoli say their town has 99 tombs and saints’ graves. A chronological guide to the main tomb…
Summer guide
Where to swim
From the beaches in the town centre to the quiet coves of Saros, places to swim with history and views of the Dardanelles.
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Fish and Seafood in Gallipoli
With coastlines on both the Sea of Marmara and the Aegean, Gallipoli (Gelibolu) is a paradise for fish and sea…
Gallipoli Holiday (Bayram) Desserts
Gallipoli (Gelibolu) holiday (bayram) desserts: alongside homemade baklava, local women prepare Cevizli Oturtm…
Gallipoli Mantı (Göceli Dumplings)
An absolute must, especially at holiday (bayram) breakfasts in Gallipoli (Gelibolu), is the town's own "göceli…
