Ayvalik Sights

  1. Alibey Island

    Named after a hero of the Turkish War of Independence, Alibey Island (Cunda) boasts abandoned Greek churches, seaside restaurants in old stone houses and hundreds of condominiums. The northern part of the island forms the Patriça Nature Reserve; you'll see the ruins of the Greek Ayışığı Manastıri on an offshore island as you head out there.

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  2. Şeytan Sofrası

    The place to be at sunset is Şeytan Sofrası, a hilltop 9km south of town that offers panoramic views of the surrounding islands. Dolmuşes travel here only from July to mid-September. Otherwise, you'll have to walk, hitch (unlikely) or take a taxi. A couple of cafés wait to serve drinks and light meals to sunset-watchers.

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