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5 places to visit in the Marmaraereğlisi district of Tekirdağ: Marmaraereğlisi Coast, Ancient Perinthos Ruins and Marmaraereğlisi Lighthouse. Plan your trip to Marmaraereğlisi with local food, practical tips and transport information.

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Marmaraereğlisi is a district of Tekirdağ province, 35 km from Silivri, 90 km from Istanbul and 38 km from Tekirdağ.

Etymology

Marmaraereğlisi was originally called Perinthos, then renamed Heraklia, and later Ereğli by the Ottoman Turks.

History

According to the Apostolic Age tradition, Heraclea was a Christian bishopric. As capital of the Roman province of Europa, it became the metropolitan archbishopric of all bishoprics, including Byzantium. It was under Greek occupation from 20 October 1920, when the Greeks landed the Izmir division on the Ereğli shores, until 30 October 1922.

Geography

The district is a peninsula surrounded by sea on three sides and has a long coastline of 32 km. It has two important natural harbours and 3 piers. On the seafront are 3rd-century rock tombs, and an open-air museum is located among them.

History and Culture

The town was known as Ereğli in Ottoman times and took the name Marmara Ereğlisi in 1944. Marmaraereğlisi separated from Çorlu district, to which it had been attached as a bucak (subdistrict) until 1987, and became a district. The Greek occupation began on 20 October 1920 and lasted until 30 October 1922. The 3rd-century rock tombs lie on the seafront.

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Places to Visit in Marmaraereğlisi

  • 2 Historic
  • 1 Ancient City
  • 2 Beach
Beach

Marmaraereğlisi Coast

A 32 km coastline with sandy beaches, on the slope of a headland extending into the Sea of Marmara.

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Ancient Perinthos Ruins

The ruins of the ancient city of Perinthos, founded in the 7th century BC, include a theatre, stadium and walls from the Roman period. Perinthos was the capital of the Thrace province under the Roman Empire.

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Marmaraereğlisi Lighthouse

A lighthouse built in 1861 on the headland at the southern tip of Ereğli Cove. It is protected as national heritage by the Coastal Safety Directorate.

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Ancient City

Ancient Perinthos Cave

A cave from the ancient city of Perinthos, encountered when circling the lighthouse from the sea.

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Marmaraereğlisi Shoreline

A 32 km coastline; in summer it is a beach and holiday area for visitors from Istanbul.

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Places to Visit Around Tekirdağ Province

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While you are in Marmaraereğlisi, you can also see the highlights of Tekirdağ province. These places are in other districts; Marmaraereğlisi is about 20 km from the provincial centre.

  • Rakoçi Museum — A house operating as a museum since 1982, in a reconstruction of the house where Francis II Rákóczi lived in exile between 1720 and 1735; it has been donated to the Hungarian state.
  • Tekirdağ Seafront — The city's waterfront on the Marmara coast, landscaped with a long seaside promenade and beaches.
  • Şarköy Seafront — A fishing and holiday town on the Marmara coast, at the foot of Mount Işıklar.
  • Mürefte — A winegrowing and wine town in the Şarköy district, 90 km from the centre of Tekirdağ; it is surrounded by vineyards on the slopes of Mount Işıklar.
  • Namık Kemal House Museum — A museum in a reconstruction of a 19th-century house, opened on 21 December 1993 and dedicated to the life and works of the poet Namık Kemal.
  • Tekirdağ Archaeology and Ethnography Museum — A museum founded in 1967 and housed in the Governor's Mansion (Valikonağı) since 28 December 1992; it displays archaeological and ethnographic works from the province and its surroundings.

Practical Information for Visiting Marmaraereğlisi

Suggested time
Half a day to 1 day
Best time to visit
Spring and summer
Places to visit
5 places

What to Eat in Marmaraereğlisi

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  • Fresh Fish

    Fresh fish from the Sea of Marmara are served grilled or fried in seaside restaurants.

  • Tekirdağ Köftesi

    Tekirdağ köftesi is also served in its traditional form in Marmaraereğlisi. Made with recipes passed down from generation to generation, this dish is an important part of the region's culinary culture.

Culture, Local Products and Economy of Marmaraereğlisi

  • Ancient Perinthos Heritage

    Marmaraereğlisi is built on top of the ancient city of Perinthos. The city, which was the capital of the Thrace province in Roman times, has an important historical legacy.

Local Products

  • Seafood — Fresh fish from the fishing harbour of Marmaraereğlisi is an important local product of the district.

Economy

Marmaraereğlisi's economy is based on industry, energy and fishing. A natural gas terminal and energy facilities are located in the district.

How to Get to Marmaraereğlisi

Marmaraereğlisi is 20 km from Tekirdağ city centre. The D-100 highway passes through the district.

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Marmaraereğlisi: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the places to see in Marmaraereğlisi?

The top 5 places in Marmaraereğlisi are: Marmaraereğlisi Coast, Ancient Perinthos Ruins, Marmaraereğlisi Lighthouse, Ancient Perinthos Cave and Marmaraereğlisi Shoreline.

What is there to eat in Marmaraereğlisi?

Fresh Fish and Tekirdağ Köftesi are the standout dishes on Marmaraereğlisi's tables.

What is Marmaraereğlisi famous for?

Marmaraereğlisi is known for its seafood and its ancient Perinthos heritage. Fresh fish from the district's fishing harbour is an important local product.

How do I get to Marmaraereğlisi?

Marmaraereğlisi is 20 km from Tekirdağ city centre. The D-100 highway passes through the district.

How much time should I set aside for a visit to Marmaraereğlisi?

Suggested visit length: half a day to 1 day. Best time to visit: spring and summer.

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