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Crowds Celebrate Songkran Water Festival Across Thailand
The traditional Songkran Water Festival officially began today across Thailand, transforming the annual New Year celebration into a massive nationwide water fight. Locals and an increasing number of international tourists braved…
“Hane” Islamic Arts Exhibition Opens in Paris, France
Following a successful debut that drew 100,000 visitors in Türkiye, the Albayrak Group's 12th annual Islamic Arts Exhibition has made its first international stop in Paris, France. Themed "Hane" (House), the showcase recently…
Traditional ‘Ehlibilir’ Cookie Charms Visitors in Türkiye
In the historic city of Çankırı, Türkiye, the traditional "Ehlibilir cookie" has become a major culinary attraction for both domestic and international tourists. Officially granted a geographical indication certificate in 2022,…
Ancient Manas Epic Paintings Discovered in Chinese Museum
Researchers have discovered six historical paintings depicting scenes from the legendary Kyrgyz Manas epic housed within a museum in China. The artworks illustrate the capture of Chetbeyjin Fortress, featuring figures wearing…
Ancient Medusa Mosaic Reopens to Visitors in Türkiye
The globally unique Medusa Mosaic, an exquisite Late Roman masterpiece housed in the ancient city of Kibyra, in Türkiye's Burdur, has officially reopened to the public. Following the harsh winter months, expert restorers carefully…
Mass Iftar Brings Thousands Together in Kyrgyzstan
About 8,000 people attended a large street iftar organized by Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. The event, held for the fifth time, brought together diplomats, officials, academics, students and…
Estambul Mosque Hosts Ramadan Iftars in Bogotá, Colombia
Muslims in Bogotá, Colombia, are gathering for iftar meals at the Estambul Mosque in the Palermo neighborhood during Ramadan. The mosque serves as both a place of worship and a community center, especially on Fridays.
Families come…
Tarawih Prayer Fills Selimiye Mosque in Edirne, Türkiye
Worshippers filled the historic Selimiye Mosque in Edirne, northwestern Türkiye, for the first Tarawih prayer of Ramadan after four years of restoration work. Residents from Edirne and nearby provinces gathered for the evening…
First Tarawih Prayer Held at Tokyo Mosque in Japan
Muslims gathered at Tokyo Mosque in the Yoyogi district of Tokyo, Japan, for the first Tarawih prayer of Ramadan. Dozens of worshippers from Tokyo and surrounding areas, including members of the Turkish community, attended the…
Disabled Artist Turns Waste Into Art in Türkiye
Aziz Harmancı, a speech- and hearing-impaired artist living in Hakkari province in eastern Türkiye, makes miniature houses and figures using recycled waste materials. Despite his disabilities, Harmancı transforms discarded household…