Canakkale Guide

     The province of Çanakkale has based the roots of many civilizations there were civilizations coming here in order to setle in this region as well as in order for invasion. Gelibolu Peninsula, located on the northwest of the Dardanelles called Hellespontos in mythology was once known as Khersonessos (Hersonessos), and the earth in Biga Peninsula was known as Troas. The excaations and investigations executed show that the first settlement in Troas was established in 3500 BC. Within the boundry of Çanakkale, very important first era civilizations such as Troia, Dardanos, Abydos, Assos, Sestos and Galipolis were established.