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Local Delicacies

What Is Ezine Cheese and How Is It Made?

In the Ezine district of Çanakkale, cheese means one thing. But what sets it apart from other white cheeses, how is it made, and why does it carry a geographical indication? As a family producing in the same region since 1953, we take you through each step.

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Places to Visit

Alexandria Troas Ancient City, Turkey: History, Ruins and How to Visit

Once the main harbour of the Troad with up to 100,000 inhabitants, Alexandria Troas near Ezine is one of Anatolia's largest ancient cities. We cover its ruins, its links to St Paul and how to plan your visit.

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Places to Visit

Temple of Apollo Smintheus (Smintheion): The Sanctuary of the Mouse God

At Gülpınar near Assos stands the only known sanctuary in Anatolia where Apollo was worshipped as lord of the mice. We cover its Iliad friezes, the lost statue of Apollo and how to plan your visit.

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Assos Ancient City Guide: Temple of Athena, Ruins and Visitor Tips

Perched on a volcanic hill above the Aegean, Assos was home to Aristotle and a stop on St Paul's travels. We cover the Temple of Athena, the lower city, sunset tips and how to plan your visit.

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Places to Visit

How to Get to Bozcaada (Tenedos): Ferry Guide from Geyikli

Ferries to Bozcaada leave from Geyikli Yükyeri port, 15 km from our hotel. We explain how tickets work, whether to take your car, how summer and winter sailings differ and how to avoid the queues.

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Places to Visit

Ezine Pink Lake (Heart-Shaped Lake): Where It Is and When It Turns Pink

Formed in the former inner harbour of Alexandria Troas, Ezine's Pink Lake takes on a heart shape and shades of pink at certain times of year. We explain why it changes colour, when to see it and how to visit.

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Accommodations

Where to Stay Near Troy and Ezine: Choosing Your Base in the Troad

Troy, Gallipoli, Bozcaada or Assos: where you stay shapes your whole trip. We compare Çanakkale, the Ezine area, the Geyikli coast, Bozcaada and Assos to help you choose the best base for your plans.

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Places to Visit

Mount Ida (Kaz Mountains) Guide: Bayramiç, Evciler and Ayazma Route

Mount Ida, the mountain of Greek myth now known as Kaz Dağları, can be explored from the Çanakkale side via Bayramiç, Evciler and Ayazma. We cover its legends, nature, route and the rules to know before you go.

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Places to Visit

Troy Ancient City and Troy Museum: A Visitor's Guide

Troy, the UNESCO World Heritage city of Homer's Iliad, is just 20 km (12 miles) from our hotel. We explain its layers, what to see at the ruins and in the Troy Museum, and how to plan your visit.

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Places to Visit

Yahyaçavuş Roman Column Quarry: Abandoned Granite Columns of the Troad

Near Ezine, on the slopes of Mount Çığrı, giant Roman granite columns still lie where they were cut. We explain their story, their size, how Troad granite reached Rome and what to know before you visit.

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Places to Visit

Çanakkale to İzmir Road Trip: Turkish Village Breakfast Stop in Ezine

Driving between Çanakkale and İzmir? Stop on the road in Ezine for a Turkish village breakfast spread and a proper rest. We explain what is on the table, how to find us and tips for your break.

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Places to Visit

Things to Do in Ezine and the Troad: Ancient Cities, Beaches and Food

Ezine sits at the heart of the Troad, between Troy, Bozcaada, Assos and Mount Ida. We bring together the region's ancient cities, beaches and food, with distances from our hotel and a day-by-day itinerary.

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