Dalyan Marina beach

If excavations are conducted, the stunning ancient ruins will emerge at the sunset.

The Alexandria Troas Harbor has either disappeared almost completely or has not been fully explored. After driving to the first location, you will need to walk a short distance on the sand to see the remaining ruins of the port. You can enjoy the picturesque beach. Situated in northwest Turkey, it was an Aegean port that is approximately 51.2 km away, specifically northwest of Assos, accessible through the ancient road system. It is also about 15.5 miles south of Troy. The New Testament mentions it as Troas on five occasions. The name Troas was added to Alexandria to distinguish it from other cities with the same name. It was here that Paul, during his second missionary journey, received a vision calling him to spread the Gospel in Europe (Acts 16:8–11). Luke, using the pronoun we, seems to have joined Paul and Silas during this part of their journey. At the end of his third journey, Paul stayed in Troas for seven days while traveling from Corinth to Jerusalem (Acts 20:6–12). According to the Acts of the Apostles, Paul was teaching in an upstairs room on the third floor of a building when Eutychus fell to his death but was miraculously revived by Paul! Paul then met with his fellow travelers who had walked from Troas to Assos, a distance of 50 km. During Paul's imprisonment in Rome, he requested that Timothy bring his cloak, books, and scrolls that he had left with Carpus in Troas. This request is among the last recorded actions of Paul (2 Timothy 4:13). Alexandria Troas is an extensive site, covering about 1,000 acres (405 ha.). While some recent work has been undertaken in the area, much of it remains unexcavated.

The harbor in Alexandria Troas is commonly referred to as the red lake due to its distinctive shape and color. This is because the harbor walls of the port are concealed beneath the ground.

As you stroll along the edge of Dazzling Beach, you can catch glimpses of the ancient port that once served as a gateway for spreading the gospel from Asia Minor to Europe through the Macedonian vision. The Aegean Sea, with its stunning blend of sunlight and clouds, only enhances the natural splendor of this breathtaking destination.

The ancient city of Alexandria Troas may not be highly regarded today, but it holds historical significance. Strabo referred to this ancient port as the second Constantinople (Istanbul). The extensive ruins testify to the city's size, and the port served as a transportation hub for columns from a quarry located 15 kilometers away. It's a sight worth visiting, particularly for the breathtaking sunset and the stunning view of Bozcaada. I hope that steps will be taken to preserve it before any further damage occurs.