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Island in Turkey
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Bozcaada (pronounced boz-DJA-ah-dah) is an island in the Aegean Sea, near the western exit of the Dardanelles, in the Southern Marmara Region of Turkey. In 2018 it had a population of 3023, concentrated around its port and sole town, which is likewise called Bozcaada. Its ancient name was Tenedos.
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Kalesi
This looms over the harbour. An earlier castle was demolished after the 14th century war with Genoa. The present structure was built for Mehmet II in 1455, and repaired by Mahmut II in 1815. There's a bailey, citadel, and dry moat on the landward side.
Eclectic display of island artifacts down the years. Signage is only in Turkish.
Good fish restaurant right on the harbour.
Great reviews for this restaurant with 12 tables in a vineyard - watch out for the dusty narrow turn-off. Fresh food prepared daily, reservations essential.
The island's best known drinking establishment, with views of the cove and castle.
A boutique hotel in the old town, with a kitchenette and a shared living / dining area. All rooms feature en-suite bathrooms, A/C, free wi-fi, and satellite TV. Their other island hotels at Andon and Akvaryum remain closed.
Comfortable mid-range place, has parking.
Pleasant clean rooms with en suite bathrooms right by the harbour. There's an old and a new wing, the old has no air conditioning. They're creative in finding extras to add to your bill.
Simple hotel in a traditional building.
Clean welcoming place on beach strip 2 km south of port.
Campsite by Sulubahçe beach. Booking essential: two nights minimum, three on holiday weekends. Limited parking nearby.
Bozcaada has no air service and can only be reached by ferry from Geyikli or Çanakkale. See those pages for how to get there, but it will generally involve a 350 km drive or five hour bus journey from Istanbul.
Read in the guideThe town is small and walkable. From June to Sept, dolmuşes ply from the square by the castle entrance to Ayazma and Habbele beaches.5 TL.
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Çanakkale · Regional · CKZ
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