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==Çanakkale (Port of entry)==
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===Background===
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canakkale Çanakkale], which is located strategically on the south side near the narrowest point of the [[Dardanelles]] or [[http://www.maicar.com/GML/ARGONAUTS.html Hellespont], 0.75 nM wide, was build by [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mehmet_II Mehmet II] in 1452 prior to his conquering of Constantinople. In ancient times, the Persian king [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xerxes_I_of_Persia Xerxes] built a bridge to cross the strait on his campaign to conquer Greece and so did [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_the_Great Alexander] on his campaign to conquer Persia. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Byron Lord Byron] swam across from here.
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Today Çanakkale is a bustling town of 55,000 inhabitants and the gateway to [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troy Troy] and the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gallipoli Gallipoli] monuments.
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===Approach and Navigation===
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See [[Dardanelles#Special_Navigation_Notes_and_transit_details|Dardanelles]]
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In the middle of the commercial harbor there is the tiny [[#Çanakkale_Marina|Çanakkale Marina]] where yachts are welcomed.
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The authorities for checking you in/out of Turkey are located not too far away. They are officious but friendly.
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[[Image:Canakkale_h.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Chart of the Çanakkale Marina<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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The marina [40°09 N 26°24 E] is within the large commercial harbor. The attendant, who can be contacted by hailing on the VHF channel 09, will meet the yacht and direct you to a berth.
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Because the marina is very small, it is highly advisable to make contact with them before your arrival. They can be contacted by telephone at +90 286 2128453, or by [mailto:[email protected] e-mail].
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The marina facilities are minimal. A bar and WC/Showers.
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[[Image:Canakkale3.jpg|250px|thumb|center|The Çanakkale Marina<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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===Tourism & things to do ashore===
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Within driving distance from Çanakkale are the archaeological site of Troy and the Gallipoli Monuments. Also, in Çanakkale there is a military museum and the Sultan's Castle (Kale-i Sultaniyye) worth a visit.
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====Troy====
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[[Image:Canakkale_Troy3.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Troy Today<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troy Troy] also known by it Turkish name of Trova is about 30 km SE of Çanakkale.
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It is a confusing with the many [http://projectsx.dartmouth.edu/history/bronze_age/lessons/les/27.html different cities] uncovered, one on top of the other, spanning thousands of years. It is, of course, a great thrill to be stepping right over this legendary land. The little museum with a grotesque replica of the [http://www.maicar.com/GML/WOODENHORSE.html Trojan Horse] was a disappointment.
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====Gallipoli====
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The monuments are on the Gallipoli peninsula and not by the town of [[Gelibolu]] (Gallipoli). To visit them, take the small ferry boat across the [[Dardanelles]] to the North side and drive about 30 km E to the monument of the British soldiers who were killed in the infamous [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Gallipoli Battle of Gallipoli] at World War I, when more than 100,000 soldiers were killed and buried here. The ride is through a heavily wooded area which, being a [http://www.worldwar1.com/pharc007.htm "Mili Park"] (national park), is unspoiled and beautiful. The British monument was very moving. The names of all the units that fell during the battle were inscribed. Among them were a Greek and an Egyptian unit. There were also many Gurkha and Burmese who were killed so far away from their home.
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You can then drive to the very large Turkish monument. Again it is very touching. I particularly find moving by the magnanimous words of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ataturk Kemal Atatürk], the father of modern Turkey, acknowledging the heroism not only of the Turkish soldiers but their enemies as well:
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|valign="top"|Those English, French, Australian,<br/>
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New Zealand and Indian heroes who shed blood on the soil<br/>
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of this country<br/>
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Here you are in the soil of a friendly country<br/>
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Rest in peace.<br/>
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You are side by side and lying together with<br/>
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the Mehmetcik's.<br/>
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You, the mothers, who sent their<br/>
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sons to war from far away countries!<br/>
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wipe away your tears, Your sons are lying on<br/>
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our bosom.<br>
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They are at peace and they will rest in peace<br/>
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After having lost their lives on this land.<br/>
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They have become our sons as well!
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|valign="bottom"|K. ATATÜRK 1934
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Image:Canakkale_GallipBr1.jpg|The British Monument<br/>''Click for larger view''
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Image:Canakkale_GallipTr1.jpg|The Turkish Monument<br/>''Click for larger view''
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===Personal Notes===
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===Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===
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''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':
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Revision as of 20:47, 6 July 2008

Contents

Çanakkale (Port of entry)

Background

Çanakkale, which is located strategically on the south side near the narrowest point of the Dardanelles or [Hellespont, 0.75 nM wide, was build by Mehmet II in 1452 prior to his conquering of Constantinople. In ancient times, the Persian king Xerxes built a bridge to cross the strait on his campaign to conquer Greece and so did Alexander on his campaign to conquer Persia. Lord Byron swam across from here.

Today Çanakkale is a bustling town of 55,000 inhabitants and the gateway to Troy and the Gallipoli monuments.

Charts

See Dardanelles

Radio Nets

Also see Cruiser's Nets

Submit details of local radio Nets.

Approach and Navigation

See Dardanelles

Check-in facilities

In the middle of the commercial harbor there is the tiny Çanakkale Marina where yachts are welcomed.

The authorities for checking you in/out of Turkey are located not too far away. They are officious but friendly.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Çanakkale Marina

File:Canakkale h.jpg
Chart of the Çanakkale Marina
Click for larger view

The marina [40°09 N 26°24 E] is within the large commercial harbor. The attendant, who can be contacted by hailing on the VHF channel 09, will meet the yacht and direct you to a berth.

Because the marina is very small, it is highly advisable to make contact with them before your arrival. They can be contacted by telephone at +90 286 2128453, or by e-mail.

The marina facilities are minimal. A bar and WC/Showers.

There are several banks with ATM machines. However, they are some distance from the marina.

The Çanakkale Marina
Click for larger view

Routes/Passages To/From

Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Tourism & things to do ashore

Within driving distance from Çanakkale are the archaeological site of Troy and the Gallipoli Monuments. Also, in Çanakkale there is a military museum and the Sultan's Castle (Kale-i Sultaniyye) worth a visit.

Troy

Troy Today
Click for larger view

Troy also known by it Turkish name of Trova is about 30 km SE of Çanakkale.

It is a confusing with the many different cities uncovered, one on top of the other, spanning thousands of years. It is, of course, a great thrill to be stepping right over this legendary land. The little museum with a grotesque replica of the Trojan Horse was a disappointment.

Gallipoli

The monuments are on the Gallipoli peninsula and not by the town of Gelibolu (Gallipoli). To visit them, take the small ferry boat across the Dardanelles to the North side and drive about 30 km E to the monument of the British soldiers who were killed in the infamous Battle of Gallipoli at World War I, when more than 100,000 soldiers were killed and buried here. The ride is through a heavily wooded area which, being a "Mili Park" (national park), is unspoiled and beautiful. The British monument was very moving. The names of all the units that fell during the battle were inscribed. Among them were a Greek and an Egyptian unit. There were also many Gurkha and Burmese who were killed so far away from their home.

You can then drive to the very large Turkish monument. Again it is very touching. I particularly find moving by the magnanimous words of Kemal Atatürk, the father of modern Turkey, acknowledging the heroism not only of the Turkish soldiers but their enemies as well:

Those English, French, Australian,

New Zealand and Indian heroes who shed blood on the soil
of this country
Here you are in the soil of a friendly country
Rest in peace.
You are side by side and lying together with
the Mehmetcik's.
You, the mothers, who sent their
sons to war from far away countries!
wipe away your tears, Your sons are lying on
our bosom.
They are at peace and they will rest in peace
After having lost their lives on this land.
They have become our sons as well!

K. ATATÜRK 1934

The British Monument
Click for larger view

The Turkish Monument
Click for larger view

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

  • Fuel - N/A
  • Water - Water outlets at the marina
  • Electricity - N/A

Laundry

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Grocery & Supply Stores

  • Many excellent fruits and vegetables in the shops of Çanakkale

Eateries

  • There are many inviting restaurants in town

Internet/WiFi

Available?

Motorbike & Car Rentals

  • In town.

Marine Stores & Facilities

None.

Repairs

The marina attendant, Ali, is very handy for minor repairs, he even had a collection of spare parts.

Transportation

Transportation to mainland or other countries, etc.

References & Publications

See Turkey.

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum

External Links

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?


Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)

Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:

  • July 1999

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