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London’s Piccadilly Street Glows with Ramadan Lights
As Ramadan commenced, Piccadilly, London's renowned street, received special illumination adorned with the message "Happy Ramadan." The ceremonial lighting event, graced by London Mayor Sadiq Khan, featured numerous lights, capturing the…
Streets in Cologne Decorated for Ramadan for First Time
The streets of Cologne, Germany, including Venloer Street, one of the busiest streets of the city, were decorated with special lighting for Ramadan for the first time. The Ramadan Project, the organization that provided the decorations,…
Frankfurt Illuminates Fressgass for Ramadan
The financial hub of Europe, Frankfurt, set a precedent in Germany as it adorned Fressgass, its main street, with crescents, stars, and oil lamps to mark the beginning of Ramadan. In a groundbreaking move, Frankfurt Municipality displayed…
Mahyas Tradition Adorns Hagia Sophia for Ramadan
Days ahead of Ramadan, the 450-year-old Ottoman tradition of mahyas, symbolizing the "sultan of eleven months," has commenced adorning historical mosques. Specifically, a mahya with the inscription 'La Ilahe Illallah' has been…
Ramadan Shopping Season Starts in Istanbul
Ramadan shopping has kicked off in Istanbul's traditional spot, Eminönü, as citizens flock to prepare for their iftar meals. The market showcases essential items such as dates and olives, with varieties from Egypt, Iran,…
Gaziantep: 9th Best Gastronomy City Globally
Gaziantep, renowned for its rich culinary heritage, has secured the 9th position among the world's best gastronomy cities, as recognized by the prestigious rating company TasteAtlas. UNESCO-registered for…
‘The Bombing of Master Han Dan’ Celebrated in Taiwan
Taiwanese people held 'The Bombing of Master Han Dan' celebrations in the Taitung district with firecrackers and decorations.
The ritual is believed to bring luck and scare away bad spirits and is held on every 15th day of the Lunar New…
17th Tehran International Tourism Fair Showcases Global Cultures
The 17th Tehran International Tourism and Handicrafts Fair has opened in Iran, attracting tourism companies and visitors from various countries, including Türkiye, Russia, India, Malaysia, Indonesia,…
London Eye Adorned with Colors of Chinese New Year
The London Eye, one of Britain's landmarks, has been adorned with eye-catching illumination for the Spring Festival and the Chinese New Year. The colors red and gold, which are the traditional colors of the Chinese New Year, and…
Istanbul’s Kariye Mosque: Former Church Opens For Visitors
The 6th-century Chora Church in Fatih, later converted into the "Atik Ali Pasha Mosque" or "Kariye Mosque" in 1511, witnessed a transformation from a museum back to a place of worship. The decision…