Gökçeada district, Administrative district in the Aegean Sea, Turkey.
Description
Gökçeada is Turkey's largest island, positioned at the entrance of Saros Bay in the Aegean Sea. The district encompasses this expansive territory with scattered settlements and small communities spread across its landscape.
History
The island was originally known as Imbros and experienced major shifts beginning in 1960 when many Greek inhabitants departed. Turkish settlers subsequently arrived, transforming the composition of the population on the island.
Culture
The island carries traces of both Greek and Turkish heritage visible in how buildings are made and how locals farm the land, with celebrations that mark the passing seasons. This blend of cultures shapes daily life for those who live here today.
Practical
Ferry connections link the island to mainland Turkey from ports on either side: one from the Çanakkale side and another near Eceabat. Exploring the island works best when traveling with a car or scooter.
Did you know?
The district earned recognition in 2011 as the world's first Cittaslow island, reflecting its commitment to environmental care and farming methods that respect the land. This movement focuses on keeping the pace of life slower and protecting how food is grown locally.
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Imbros
8 km
Gizli Liman
21.8 km
Yıldız Koy
3.8 km
Uğurlu
18.1 km
Uğurlu Plajı
19.9 km
Aydıncık Plajı
8.4 km
Mavi Koy
3.9 km
Kokina Kaya Mezari
8.6 km
Marmaros
13.5 kmAnıt Çınar
6.4 kmAydıncık Plajı
8.9 kmMarmaros Waterfall 3
11.6 kmMarmaros Waterfall Minor 1
13 kmRadar
2.6 kmPeynir Kayalıkları (Kaşkaval)
5.4 kmAmfi Tiyatro
213 mMarmaros
13.3 kmAydıncık Plajı
8.5 kmMarmaros Waterfall 2
12 kmGizli Liman Kumsalı
21 kmLaz Koyu
15.6 kmYuvalı Plajı
17.6 kmMarmaros Sahili
12.3 kmLaz Koyu Plajı
16.7 kmKapıkaya Plajı
13.7 kmŞahin Koy Plajı
13.2 kmKaleköy Koy
3.6 kmMarmaros Plajı
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