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A hungry bear cub broke into a trout restaurant in Bayburt’s Kop Mountain area, eating 200–300 fish before playing around the facility. Security footage showed the cub enjoying itself after the feast. Restaurant owner Fuat Temuçin,…

The sunrise over Türkiye's Sapanca Lake in Sakarya formed a breathtaking scene, as golden, pink, purple, and orange hues lit up the sky. The sun’s reflection on the calm lake surface added to the beauty, offering…

360 historic caves on the slopes of Gabar Mountain in Şırnak, Türkiye, are drawing attention for their cultural and natural significance. Known as the Hazara Caves, they were recently explored in Akdizgin village, Güçlükonak…

The PKK’s decision to disband and lay down arms has been welcomed in Erbil, the capital of Iraq’s Kurdistan Regional Government. Residents expressed hope that the move would promote peace and allow displaced families to return home. Erbil…

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…

Cil Lake and Sütey Plateau in Bitlis’ Adilcevaz district are drawing nature lovers with their serene landscapes and rich birdlife. Nestled at the foot of 4,580-meter-high Mount Süphan, Türkiye’s third highest peak, the lake—declared a…

In Sivas, Türkiye, the annual reunion of sheep and lambs at the Ulaş Agricultural Enterprise created touching scenes. Delayed to May due to weather, lambs rushed to their mothers, recognizing them by scent and…

Tomara Waterfall in Gümüşhane, one of Türkiye’s top 10 recommended waterfalls, has begun attracting spring visitors with its icy waters gushing from 40 mountain springs. Known locally as "Kırk Gözeler," the…

The Eflatunpınar Hittite Water Monument in Konya’s Beyşehir district, built around 3,275 years ago, continues to draw attention for its religious and political significance. Constructed near a vital water source during a major…

Lake Tosunlu in Türkiye’s Artvin province has become a seasonal hotspot for nature lovers and photographers. Formed by melting snow in Tosunlu village each spring, the lake attracts visitors with its lush green surroundings and…