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‘British bride’ leaves her country and career for her lover in Türkiye
The extraordinary life story of Sarah Durrant, who came to Türkiye from England for her Turkish husband and started husbandry, astonishes those who hear it. During her visit to Türkiye's Fethiye district of Muğla for a birthday holiday with…
176th Güvende Plateau Festival kicks off under heavy fog
Despite heavy fog, thousands of people gathered on the Güvende Plateau in Türkiye's Gümüşhane, where many martyrs were killed during the Ottoman-Russian War, for the 176th Güvende Plateau Festival. After opening speeches, the participants…
Muslims in China headed to mosques for Eid prayer
In China, where more than 20 million Muslims live, Muslims flocked to mosques to perform the Eid prayer. The Niujie Mosque, which was built in the 10th century in the Niujie region, was filled to the brim.
Eid prayer held in Pakistan
Pakistani Muslims in flocked to mosques and open spaces in all provinces, districts and villages across the country to perform Eid prayers in Eid al-Adha, which started today. After the prayers, Muslims sacrificed the animals they bought.
Mosques in Paris filled with believers celebrating Eid al-Adha
Mosques were swarmed for the Eid-al-Adha prayer in France. Hundreds of people prayed at the Religious Affairs Turkish-Islamic Union Central Mosque in Paris. Traffic was interrupted for a while due to the crowd at the mosque.
Thousands gather at sultan selim mosque for Eid prayers in Konya, Türkiye
Sultan Selim Mosque, located in Konya, Türkiye, was flocked by Muslims who came to perform the Eid prayer. After listening to the sermon, thousands entered the mosque but some prayed outside as the mosque's capacity was full. Some citizens…
North Macedonians pray for Eid-al-Adha
North Macedonians greeted Eid-al-Adha with joy. In the Mustafa Pasha Mosque in the capital, Skopje, hundreds of Muslims flocked to mosques and performed the Eid prayer. Hymns were sung in Turkish, Albanian, and Bosnian.
Jordan’s Vibrant Souk Jara Unveils 17th Season
Souk Jara, a popular summer flea market in Jordan, has opened its 17th season to the public. Located on Rainbow Street in Amman, this vibrant market offers a wide selection of unique handmade items created by local artists. Souk Jara is…
China holds Dragon Boat Race, a century-long tradition
On Thursday, a dragon boat race took place in Longmengang Town, Qinzhou City, located in the southern region of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in China. This event was held in celebration of the traditional Chinese Dragon Boat Festival,…
Bangladesh’s Hindu Community Celebrates Rath Yatra in Dhaka
The Hindu community in Bangladesh gathered in Dhaka to celebrate Rath Yatra, the Chariot Festival. Clad in traditional attire, devotees pulled ornate chariots from Swamibagh Temple to Dhakeshwari National Temple. The event showcased unity…