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Things to see in Bozcaada (Turkey): 7 places and when to go
Bozcaada is a town in Turkey, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly History (4), Architecture (1), Food and drink (1). The best known are Alexandria Troas and Polente Lighthouse. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 11. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Turkey · 39.8353, 26.069
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (4) · Architecture (1) · Food and drink (1) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- ADB Gaziemir, 196 km as the crow flies
What to see in Bozcaada
The places in and around Bozcaada, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Alexandria TroasAncient city of Troas in modern-day Turkey12 km
- Polente LighthouseLighthouse9.0 km
- AchilleionAncient city of Troas in modern-day Turkey11 km
- BeşiktepeMahalle (administrative quarter) in Ayvalık, Balıkesir, northwestern Turkey12 km
- Corvus VineyardsWinery3.4 km
- Kimisis Teodoku Greek Orthodox ChurchChurch in Bozcaada, Turkey3 m
- Üvecik TepeHistory13 km
When to go to Bozcaada
The best time to visit Bozcaada is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:28
- FebPossible10:29
- MarPossible11:41
- AprBest time13:04
- MayBest time14:12
- JunBest time14:48
- JulPossible14:34
- AugPossible13:34
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:55
- NovPossible9:45
- DecPossible9:11
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 11. In April, 7 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to Turkey in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Bozcaada
The nearest main airport is Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB, Gaziemir), 196 km as the crow flies. How to get around Turkey (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Çanakkale30 places45 km
- Balıkesir8 places157 km
- Tekirdağ13 places177 km
- Manisa9 places179 km
- İzmir64 places181 km
- Lüleburgaz13 places206 km
And all of Turkey, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Bozcaada?
The best known: Alexandria Troas, Polente Lighthouse. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Bozcaada?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 11.
How do you get to Bozcaada?
The nearest main airport is Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB), 196 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Bozcaada as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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