Imbros, Ancient polis and island in Aegean Sea, Turkey.
Description
Imbros is an island in the Aegean Sea off Turkey's coast, with mountain ridges and an extended shoreline shaped by rocky formations. The island has several villages, beaches, and trails that run through forested areas.
History
The island was an important center in ancient times and later came under control of different empires. In the 1900s, it played a role in military events that shaped the region's story.
Culture
The villages here keep Greek traditions alive through their architecture and the way locals live and celebrate.
Practical
You can reach the island by plane from Istanbul or by ferry from Çanakkale. The best time to visit is from May to October when the weather is mild and stable.
Did you know?
An underwater protected area between two villages shields marine life in its natural habitat. This marine reserve is unusual for the region and draws divers.
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Gizli Liman
14 km
Yıldız Koy
10.2 km
Uğurlu
10.3 km
Uğurlu Plajı
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Aydıncık Plajı
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Mavi Koy
10.8 km
Kokina Kaya Mezari
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Marmaros
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7.2 kmYuvalı Plajı
9.8 kmMarmaros Waterfall 3
5.1 kmMarmaros Waterfall Minor 1
5.9 kmRadar
8.3 kmAnıt Çınar
4.4 kmPeynir Kayalıkları (Kaşkaval)
13.1 kmGizli Liman Kumsalı
13.2 kmLaz Koyu
8.1 kmMarmaros Waterfall 2
5.4 kmGökçeada Kuzulimanı Plajı
12.4 kmGüzelce Koy
12.2 kmKefalos Burnu Plajı
14.8 kmAydıncık Plajı
13.7 kmMarmaros Sahili
6.9 kmLaz Koyu Plajı
9 kmKapıkaya Plajı
6.8 kmŞahin Koy Plajı
7.3 kmKaleköy Koy
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