CULTURE

Kazakh cellist Bagjan Oktyabr, known as his country’s cultural ambassador, enchanted audiences in Istanbul during his “Ruh Terapisi” world tour. Performing at the Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theater, he received a standing ovation for…

Sivas carpets, a traditional handicraft from Türkiye, are renowned for their intricate designs, high loop count, and use of natural materials. These carpets, often priced at around $1,800 per square meter, require significant time…

Türkiye is preparing for one of its largest archaeological events with the "Golden Age of Archaeology" exhibition and international symposium on August 6th at the Presidential Complex in Ankara. The event will showcase the nearly…

The 27th Berlin Carnival of Cultures, held from June 6–9, celebrated the city’s rich multiculturalism with vibrant performances and food from around the world. Organized annually since 1995, the event drew thousands of visitors.…

Two new digital museums have opened in Mecca’s Haram Sharif, showcasing the life of Prophet Muhammad and the history of the Kaaba. The Biography Museum, located in the Zamzam Tower, uses LED and hologram…

A reception was held at the Turkish Embassy in Jakarta on Tuesday to mark Turkish Cuisine Week, introducing classic dishes of Türkiye to guests from the diplomatic, business, and arts communities. The event featured a traditional…

Hajj pilgrims are flocking to Jannat al-Mu'alla Cemetery, just 2 km from the Kaaba, ahead of the Arafat. Known as Mecca’s largest historical cemetery, it holds the graves of many companions and relatives of the Prophet Muhammad,…

Millions of Muslims arriving in Mecca for the 1446 Hajj have begun their pilgrimage with powerful emotional moments as they face the Kaaba for the first time. Entering the holy city in the state of ihram, they perform umrah rituals and…

New York’s Times Square hosted a concert by Türkiye’s Ministry of National Defense Mehter Band as part of the Traditional Turkish Day Parade and Festival. The 60-member team performed Ottoman-era marches, drawing…

In Van, Türkiye, Mehmet İnsel has been repairing antique watches for over 40 years in his small workshop, preserving both a dying craft and his father’s legacy. Amid the rise of digital and smartwatches, İnsel continues to restore…