Çanakkale Province

Çanakkale Province is an administrative division in Turkey that stretches across both sides of the Dardanelles, covering parts of Europe and Asia. It consists of 12 districts with coastal towns, rolling hills, and farmland divided by the narrow waterway.

This coastal area served as a key passage between the Mediterranean and the Black Sea since ancient times, used by Greek and Roman settlers. In 1915, intense fighting took place along the peninsula between Ottoman troops and Allied forces.

The name comes from the Turkish word for pottery, a craft practiced here for centuries. Visitors see many workshops along the coast where artisans still work with clay using traditional methods.

Ferries run regularly between the European and Asian shores, offering a practical way to cross the waterway. An airport near the provincial capital connects the area to other parts of the country.

Two inhabited islands in the Aegean Sea belong to this province, including the largest island in Turkey and a smaller one known for vineyards. Both islands have village centers shaped by Greek heritage, with whitewashed houses and narrow streets.

Location: Turkey

Capital city: Çanakkale

Part of: Balıkesir Subregion

Shares border with: Edirne Province, Tekirdağ Province, Balıkesir Province

Website: http://canakkale.gov.tr

GPS coordinates: 40.15056,26.41111

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:23