Anzac Cove

ANZAC Cove: The Heart of the Gallipoli Campaign

Location: Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey
The historic landing site of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) on April 25, 1915

The Significance of ANZAC Cove

• On April 25, 1915, ANZAC troops landed at this narrow, steeply-cliffed cove instead of their intended target.
• The harsh terrain and strong Ottoman resistance led to heavy casualties from the very first day.
• Despite relentless fighting, ANZAC Cove remained the base for Australian and New Zealand forces throughout the Gallipoli Campaign.
• Today, ANZAC Cove stands as a solemn memorial to the thousands of soldiers who fought and fell here.

Why Visit ANZAC Cove?

• Walk the historic shores where the ANZAC legend was born.
• Pay tribute to fallen soldiers at the nearby cemeteries & memorials.
• Attend the annual ANZAC Day Dawn Service on April 25, where visitors from Australia, New Zealand & beyond gather to honor the sacrifices of the ANZAC troops.

ANZAC Cove remains one of the most emotional and historically significant sites on the Gallipoli Peninsula.