Tekirdağ Province

Tekirdağ is an administrative division on the Marmara Sea coast in the European part of Turkey, covering flat farmland and gentle hills. The province includes several smaller towns and villages connected by main roads, with access to harbors and fertile plains.

The region saw its first urban settlement in ancient times under Greek rule and later passed through Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman hands. After the end of the Ottoman Empire, the territory became part of the modern Turkish republic.

Vineyards stretch across gentle hills near the coast and have shaped the local way of life for generations. Many cellars welcome visitors who want to see how grapes become wine from start to finish.

Buses run regularly between main towns and connect to neighboring regions. Visitors find different types of lodging along the coast and inland, from small guesthouses to larger hotels.

A Hungarian prince spent his final years here in the 18th century after fleeing political persecution in Europe. His former residence was later turned into a museum that displays documents and objects from his life.

Location: Turkey

Capital city: Tekirdağ

Part of: Tekirdağ Subregion

Shares border with: Edirne Province, Kırklareli Province, Istanbul Province

Website: http://tekirdag.gov.tr

GPS coordinates: 40.97778,27.51833

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:23