Why go
The narrow waterway explains why armies fought for this ground in 1915: control of the Dardanelles meant access between the Aegean and the Black Sea route. The peninsula also had earlier importance as a crossing between Europe and Asia. Its history is clearer when you move through the terrain and see how the coast, ridges and strait relate.
What to look for
- The Dardanelles run along the peninsula's eastern side.
- The Aegean coast opens to the west, giving the peninsula two very different shorelines.
Useful to know
- Plan the peninsula as a series of stops rather than a single viewpoint.
- Allow time to move between coastal and inland sites.
- Check current access and visitor arrangements for memorial areas before departure.