ANZAC Commerative Site

The ANZAC Commemorative Site is a memorial location in Büyükanafarta Köyü, Turkey, dedicated to Australian and New Zealand troops. The grounds feature monuments, information plaques, and open spaces with trees that allow visitors to explore and reflect on the history of the place.

The site marks a location of importance during the Gallipoli campaign of the First World War, a battle that changed how people understood warfare and sacrifice. The memory of this period remains preserved and actively maintained by the local community.

The site bears witness to the shared connection between the local village and the soldiers who passed through during the First World War. Visitors notice how the community keeps the memory alive through careful maintenance and respect for the memorial.

The location is easily accessible via small local roads and offers visitors a quiet space without large crowds for reflection. The simple grounds are well-maintained by local authorities and volunteers who regularly care for the memorial.

Visitors often notice small tokens and flowers left at the memorial by people from around the world, showing how this history reaches across many countries. These personal gestures reveal that the story of the soldiers continues to touch hearts far beyond Turkey.

Location: Büyükanafarta Köyü

Address: 17902 Büyükanafarta/Eceabat/Çanakkale, Türkiye

GPS coordinates: 40.24084,26.28100

Latest update: January 6, 2026 09:55