Alibey - Short Trip to the Cunda Islands near Ayvalik

Alibey Islands - Of course, we also wanted to explore the area around the town of Ayvalik a little more closely and had therefore gathered some initial information about short excursions.

A whole cluster of small islands lies in the bay of Ayvalik, and it's possible to take a short trip to many of them by fishing boat. The immediate proximity of the Greek island of Lesbos also makes for an interesting day trip to Lesbos. The crossing takes about two hours, and a day visa is now easy to obtain for Turkish citizens as well. Since the island of Lesbos belongs to Greece but is so close to Turkey, many travelers don't think about these formalities. In general, you can still find a multitude of Greek traces in the region, and you often notice in conversations that Turks and Greeks still have problems in their coexistence.

Because of the Greek traces, we definitely wanted to visit the Alibey peninsula, as we had heard about the many church ruins that are supposed to still exist there. The peninsula can be reached via a causeway, which is also accessible by car. However, the faster and more scenic way is to charter a fishing boat in the harbor and make the journey to the peninsula. On the peninsula, a popular tourist attraction, there are several beautiful restaurants, and enjoying the local fish specialty, "Hamsi," comes with a stunning sea view.

History is palpable everywhere on Alibey. There are numerous buildings from the peninsula's Greek period, some of which are in a state of disrepair. Only slowly is there a shift in thinking about preserving this cultural heritage, even if only for tourism purposes. We won't delve into the fundamental importance of valuing historical heritage, given its impact on the people who lived there. As we wander through the town, we are often astonished by the neglected state of the buildings and, consequently, the cultural heritage. In fact, the mere presence of cables and other "modern" installations is yet another indication of the thoughtless disregard for history.

We still want to enjoy the tour and find several buildings that are being expertly restored. Some examples of natural stone walls also point to a change in the thinking of some residents. Of course, much is a question of money, but with a little more thoughtful consideration, some of the technology used could change a great deal.

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