History
Yeşilyurt Village is a historical village affiliated with the Ayvacık district of Çanakkale. The history of the village appears in Turkish sources from 1946 as "Büyükçetmi" and in Greek sources from 1905 as "Büyük Çepni," while its Ancient Greek name is Gargara. Yeşilyurt is one of Turkey's significant settlements protected for its cultural and tourism value, and the historic Yeşilyurt Village Mosque is located here.
The village is surrounded by houses built with stones extracted from Nusratlı, featuring characteristic structures, some of which serve as boutique hotels, enhancing Yeşilyurt's touristic appeal. The village stands filled with stalls selling local products, including olive oil, thyme, honey, cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. Healthy olive oil dishes and regional village breakfasts offered in restaurants are highly appreciated by visitors. The village also hosts a Technology Museum with artifacts from the 18th century, the Ottoman period, and various parts of the world.
With its variety of accommodation options and buildings featuring authentic stone architecture, Yeşilyurt Village offers visitors an experience intertwined with nature and history. The village is a crucial point for both sea and mountain tourism and is notable for its rich historical background.