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Kyrgyz Turks Preserve Culture in Yozgat, Türkiye
Kyrgyz Turks, who migrated from Afghanistan's Pamir Plateau to Türkiye in 1982, continue to maintain their cultural heritage in Yozgat's Yenifakılı district. Resettled in homes built by the Türkiye's Mass Housing…
A 660-Year-Old Mosque in Türkiye Mesmerizes
The Ahi Pasha Mosque in Tokat, Türkiye, built on June 20, 1364, mesmerizes visitors with its 660-year history and unique wooden minaret. Commissioned by Ahi Pasha, the mosque is a significant landmark attracting both locals and…
Haidouti Orchestra Lights Up Göbeklitepe with Folk Music
The renowned Haidouti Orchestra from Paris enthralled visitors at Göbeklitepe, a historic site in southeast Türkiye dating back 12,000 years, with lively performances of Urfa Folk Songs. Comprising musicians from…
Hıdırellez and Kakava Festival Celebrated in Edirne
Thousands of locals and tourists gathered in Edirne due to the Romani traditioniol festival Kakava and the Muslim seasonal holiday Hıdırellez. The celebrations, which started yesterday with the lighting of the Kakava fire, continued…
Azerbaijan Holds National Carpet Festival
Azerbaijan held a national Carpet Festival in its capital, Baku, as part of the efforts to introduce its rich cultural heritage to the world. The festival, where carpets by various weaving masters were exhibited, attracted great attention…
Traditional Show Fascinated in Southern East Türkiye
In Yüksekova, a district in Hakkari, Türkiye, a mesmerizing erbane show took place amidst the stunning backdrop of green mountains meeting snowy peaks. As the weather warmed up, the local plains bloomed…
EU to Officially Recognize ‘Döner’ as Turkish
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier faced criticism for bringing 60 kilograms of döner to Türkiye. During his visit, Steinmeier served döner to guests at the summer residence of the German Embassy in Istanbul, Tarabya. This action drew…
Turkish Mosque Finial Artist Preserves Centuries-Old Craft
Rıza Akbalış, one of Türkiye's four remaining mosque finial artists in Bursa, carries on a 120-year family legacy with unwavering dedication. Beginning his craft…
Lost Klimt Painting Sells for $32 Million in Vienna Auction
A long-lost Gustav Klimt painting, "Portrait of Fräulein Lieser," resurfaced in Vienna after nearly a century and fetched $32 million at the im Kinsky Auction House. The painting, believed to have been started by…
Children in Romania celebrated April 23 with enthusiasm
The Yunus Emre Institute of Türkiye marked April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day in Bucharest and Constanta, celebrating with Romanian, Turkish, and kindred children. The event, held at Dante Alighieri…