There are many places in Turkey that you can’t get enough of with its scenery, sea and nature.. However, some places can offer much more besides these.. One of these places is the Polente Lighthouse’, which perfectly accompanies the sunset and creates perhaps the most beautiful face of Bozcaada.. The Polente Lighthouse, which fascinates those who come to the island, offers a magnificent nature show that you will accompany for hours with admiration..
One of the most popular holiday resorts of recent years is Bozcaada, which we are sure you have heard often.. In our article titled “Places to Visit in Bozcaada“, we have discussed the places you should visit and the activities you should not return without doing.. In this article, we will discuss the “Polente Lighthouse and Windmills”, which we enjoy going to and watching the sunset view for hours.
Polente Lighthouse and Bozcaada Windmills
Polente Lighthouse, which was built in 1861 at an extreme point in the west of Bozcaada, which has changed hands many times in its past, is about 30 meters above the sea and can send its light up to 15 miles away.. However, it is the windmills that make the place where the lantern is aesthetically beautiful.. 17 pieces of Bozcaada Windmills, which were built in 2000 to meet the electricity needs of the island and even Geyikli, became a magnificent decoration for the sunset.. The electricity of the windmills, which produce 30 times the electricity need of the island, is transported to Geyikli under the sea.
Polente Lighthouse Sunset
Windwinds slowly rotating on one side of you, A sun setting in magnificent hues next to you… A wine glass in your hands next to your loved ones… When you visualize this image in your mind, I think you wish this moment would never end.. The magnificent visual feast of the sun, which will set in a little while and leave you alone with darkness, will fascinate you.. Here is the sunset at the Polente Lighthouse that creates unforgettable memories for a lifetime.
The lantern and the winds accompanying the setting sun at a magnificent angle on the western end of the island are quite different. and creates romantic images. Contemplating the fascinating visual feast of the sun with the most special person next to you will be the most beautiful activity to be held on the island by far.
Hundreds of people watch the sunset, which we strongly recommend not to go without seeing, especially in the summer months. flocked here before. The spots where the sunset is watched in the most beautiful way are snatched by people of love with wine glasses and a pinch of love hours before.. During the sunset, hundreds of people actually add another unforgettable memory to their love.
Recommendations for Bozcaada Sunset
⇒ To the Polente Lighthouse for sunset in Bozcaada you have to go. The distance from this place to the island’s pier is about 7 kilometers.
⇒ Even if you go on the asphalt road up to a certain point, the worst road in your life will be waiting for you in the last kilometer.. So much so that if you do not drive very slowly and carefully on this road adorned with tree branches and sharp stones, you can split your wheels..
⇒ I think the best activity to do during sunset is to leave yourself to this magnificent view and sip your wine glasses.. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you buy a glass of wine and a glass before you go.
⇒ Since you will be watching the sunset for hours, do not forget to have an openable chair and a table if available in your vehicle.
⇒ The sun is average in summer. It sinks between 20.00 and 20.30. As it will take some time to get there, park your car and find a suitable spot, be on your way by 19.00 at the latest.
⇒ It is very important to find a suitable corner for you for unforgettable moments.. For this reason, our advice is to set off at 18.00.
⇒ Make sure you have a solid camera with you to immortalize the feast created by the sun accompanied by a magnificent view.
How to Go to Polente Lighthouse ???. Now, “Where’s the Polente Lighthouse? How do I get to the Polente Lighthouse? Polenti Lighthouse access?” Let’s tell you how you can reach these magnificent views.. Bozcaada windmills are located at the westernmost tip of the island.. You should take a look at the “Google Location” of this point, which is approximately 7 kilometers from the island pier.
It is possible to reach here in about 10 minutes with your private vehicles.. However, as we explained in the advice section above, the last 1 kilometer of the road is quite bad.. In addition, car parking on narrow roads is quite a problem in the hours close to sunset.. For this reason, you can use the service vehicles that depart from the center between 18:00 and 21:00.. Round-trip fares of service vehicles are 25 TL. Apart from this, you can also take a taxi by paying approximately 45 TL for a one-way trip.
To sum up, the transportation options to the Polente Lighthouse for sunset are as follows:
1) It takes 10 minutes by private vehicles.. (If it’s late, parking problems, tree roots and roads full of sharp stones can be disadvantageous.). However, it is a great advantage to take a chair and a table with you)
2) Services that organize tours for sunset from the center. Fee: 25 TL
3) Transportation by taxi. Price: One way approx. 45 TL
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