Helles Memorial

The Helles Memorial is a war memorial at Cape Helles in Turkey with a tall obelisk rising above the Dardanelles strait surrounded by stone surfaces bearing inscriptions. The surfaces display the names of soldiers who died during the campaign.

The memorial was built in 1924 to honor soldiers who died in fighting at this location between 1915 and 1916. It marks a tragic chapter in history that claimed thousands of lives.

The memorial bears the names of soldiers lost during the campaign and brings together British and Mediterranean architectural traditions in a place for visitors to remember the fallen. Its classical design reflects the respect shown to those who died.

The location sits in a coastal position with open views and is best visited during daylight when you can read the inscriptions clearly. The area is accessible, though the surroundings are exposed and simple.

The memorial includes among its names five recipients of the Victoria Cross, one of the highest military decorations. These special names remind visitors of soldiers of remarkable courage and bravery.

GPS coordinates: 40.04583,26.17913

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07