Çanakkale is a port city located in the Western part of Turkey at the Dardanelles Strait with a population of 559.000 people.First settlements in the region dates back to 6000 BC. City has an important part in Turkish History due to Gallipoli War in World War I. A monument to commemorate the fallen soldiers in war was built in 1960 at Gallipoli peninsula. In every 18 March Turkish Victory in Gallipoli War is celebrated in Çanakkale with international participation. In addition to that 25 March is celebrated at the ANZAC Day for the fallen Allied soldiers in Gallipoli. Çannakale also contains the ancient city Troy which is in UNESCO World Heritage List within it’s borders. Çanakkale is a member of B40 Balkan Cities Network.