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The city is located on the south bank of Canakkale Bogazi Strait and is 320 km from Istanbul, 325 km from Izmir and 653 km from Ankara..
The city was called Hellespontos or Dardanelles in ancient times, and there has been evidence of a settlement in the Canakkale area since B.C. 3000. As the city is located near the Canakkale Strait, one of the two major water passages connecting the Mediterranean and Black Sea, the area is rich in history and culture. The site of the historical city of Troy is close to Canakkale. During World War 1, Canakkale and the Canakkale Strait was the stage of a year-long battle between the United Kingdom, France and the Ottoman Empire. From April 1915 to January 1916, a joint British and French operation was mounted to capture the Ottoman capital of Constantinople (now Istanbul). The attempt failed, but not without heavy casualties on both sides. Troy (Truva or Troya in Turkish) - an archaeological site about 30 km away. |
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Current Time in Canakkale : 18:26 | Sat, October 11, 2008
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Anzac Hotel
Unique decoration and superb comfort at the heart of Canakkale,while you are enjoying the great experience of Gallipoli and Troy. ..
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Anzac House Youth Hostel
Anzac House Youth Hostel is popular with budget travelers and backpackers seeking quality accommodation at a reasonable price. ..
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Kervansaray Canakkale Hotel
Kervansaray Canakkale Hotel, one of the unique historical residences of Canakkale built in 1903, offers an exceptional environment reflecting the impressive colors of the 20th century. After the compl..
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Helen Hotel
We make you experince the beauty of Canakkale and feel comfortable at our centrally located Hotel in downtown. ..
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Assos Park Hotel
Situated right near the sea, the hotel is a stone structure built and decorated completely in an antique style. It has a tranquil and peaceful environment where you can relax and feel revived under th..
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Maydos Hotel
Maydos Hotel is in Canakkale City center. It is between Kilitbahir boat pier and Eceabat Ferry station. Maydos Hotel is 10 meters near the Dardanelles and has an unbeatable sea view. ..
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Hotel Artur
Canakkale, one of the Turkish cities, located on the Hellespoint at the north-west part of Turkiye. The city has always been strategically important because it has been a crossing point for armies, tr..
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