Tekirdağ is a coastal province in Turkish Thrace, stretching along the northern shore of the Sea of Marmara. The city, historically known as Rodosto, is famous for its distinct köfte (spiced meatballs), wine production in the Şarköy district, and sunflower-dotted landscapes. Visitors enjoy a relaxed Marmara coastline far less crowded than İstanbul's beaches, backed by rolling vineyards, Thracian history, and a lively rakı culture.
Historical sites
Places where Tekirdağ's past comes alive.
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Rüstem Paşa Caravanserai
Where: Bazaar area, Tekirdağ city centre
Admission: Free
Historic
Namık Kemal House Museum
Where: Old town, Tekirdağ
Admission: Free
Historic
Tekirdağ Archaeology and Ethnography Museum
Where: City centre, Tekirdağ
Admission: 30 TRY (~$0.90 USD)
Historic
Thracian Tumuli (Trakya Tümülüsleri)
Where: Plateau north of Tekirdağ
Admission: Free
Historic
Kıyıköy Ancient Walls
Where: Kıyıköy, northern coast
Admission: Free