The Gallipoli Castle, whose ruins can be seen on the coast today, was built in 711 to protect Gallipoli during the Arab raids that lasted from 681 to 717 in the Byzantine period. It was later repaired during the Ottoman period. It houses the Piri Reis Museum. The museum contains busts, paintings, and maps depicting the famous navigator, who is known to have been from Gallipoli.
The museum, which can be visited free of charge, houses more than 130 artifacts, including oil paintings, map examples from Piri Reis's Kitab-i Bahriye (Book of the Sea), weapons used by sailors, a model of the naval soldiers of the Ottoman navy, a statue of Piri Reis, and explanatory panels.
Three Key Points
Piri Reis's World Map
This unique map, dated 1513, contains the most advanced geographical information of its time and includes important details such as Christopher Columbus's discovery of America. It is an invaluable document for the history of world cartography.
Kitab-i Bahriye (Book of the Sea)
This detailed nautical book, written by Piri Reis, offers comprehensive information about the Mediterranean coasts, islands, and routes. The book combines the maritime wisdom and artistic talent of the era.
Wax Sculptures
Wax sculptures of Piri Reis and Fatih Sultan Mehmet offer visitors the opportunity to get to know these important figures up close and witness that moment in history. These sculptures help to perceive historical figures in a more concrete way.
