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Gallipoli Peninsula hosts 11th International Marathon
The 11th International Gallipoli Marathon took place in the Historical Gallipoli Peninsula to commemorate the 111th anniversary of the Çanakkale Victories. Organized by the Çanakkale Wars Gallipoli Historical Area Presidency with support from Turkcell, the event drew approximately 3,000 athletes representing 10 different countries.
Participants competed in four distinct categories: 42km, 21km, 10km, and a 1,915-meter public run. The races commenced at the Namazgah Battery in the Eceabat district.
İsmail Kaşdemir, Head of the Çanakkale Wars Gallipoli Historical Area, stated that this year’s motto is ‘a trace in every step,’ emphasizing the historical and spiritual significance of the terrain. The event was attended by various officials, including Çanakkale Governor Ömer Toraman and Deputy Minister of National Education Muhammet Bilal Macit.
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Gallipoli Historical Area Presidency · Gallipoli Peninsula · Turkcell · Ömer Toraman · İsmail Kaşdemir
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The event was held to commemorate the 111th anniversary of the Çanakkale Victories. www.bogazgazetesi.com.tr · www.haber1.com · www.aksiyon.com.tr
- [● 4 SOURCES] The 11th International Gallipoli Marathon was held in the Historical Gallipoli Peninsula. www.bogazgazetesi.com.tr · www.karsmanset.com · www.haber1.com · www.aksiyon.com.tr
- [● 3 SOURCES] The marathon included four categories: 10K, 21K, 42K, and a 1,915-meter public run. www.bogazgazetesi.com.tr · www.haber1.com · www.aksiyon.com.tr
- [● 2 SOURCES] The races began at Namazgah Battery in the Eceabat district. www.bogazgazetesi.com.tr · www.haber1.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Approximately 3,000 athletes from 10 different countries participated in the event. www.bogazgazetesi.com.tr · www.karsmanset.com · www.haber1.com · www.aksiyon.com.tr