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April Snow Transforms Uzungöl into Winter Wonderland
Uzungöl, a popular tourist destination in Türkiye’s Trabzon province, was blanketed in snow in April, creating striking winter scenes. Known for its lush greenery in summer, the area drew visitors who were surprised by the sudden…
Zurna Master Keeps 60-Year Craft Alive in Türkiye
In Gaziantep, 70-year-old Mesut Uz has been handcrafting zurnas—a traditional Turkish wind instrument—for six decades. Working from the historic Coppersmiths' Bazaar, Uz produces about 10 zurnas daily using dried apricot wood and…
Rare Inverted Tulips Bloom in Türkiye’s Sason Mountains
Inverted tulips, also known as "Crying Bride" flowers, are in bloom in the mountainous areas of Sason district in Batman, Türkiye. Found at altitudes over 2,800 meters, especially around Mount Mereto and Şilek Plateau, these rare…
Germany Raises Dog Taxes in 2025
Dog taxes across Germany increased in 2025, with some municipalities doubling their rates. In Landshut and Bocholt, taxes jumped from €30–€42 to €60–€84. Cities like Gütersloh now charge up to €120 annually.
The dog tax…
Aerial View Reveals Hidden Canyon in Türkiye
Kazıklı Ali Canyon in Niğde, Türkiye, known for its untouched nature, was captured in stunning aerial footage. Popular among trekkers, climbers, and photographers, the canyon features steep cliffs and a winding valley,…
New Insect Species Named After Turkish Scientist’s Wife
A new insect species was discovered during fieldwork in Kırşehir, Türkiye, and named "Emine" by zoologist Dr. Ersin Demirel after his wife. The insect belongs to the Cixiidae family, known as plant pests that transmit diseases between…
Turkish Couple Travels the World with Income from Farming
A couple from Türkiye’s Şırnak province has traveled to 40 countries across six continents over 16 years, funding their journeys through animal husbandry. Taybet and Feyzullah Artuç, inspired by a newspaper supplement in their…
Desert Dust Storm Hits Türkiye’s Izmir
The desert dust storm traveling from the West African country of Mali covered all structures and vehicles in dust in Türkiye's Izmir province.
Prof. Dr. Doğan Yaşar, who warned those with respiratory conditions such as asthma to wear…
Sheep Flock Passes Through Streets on Their Migration Route in Artvin, Türkiye
Unusual landscapes formed as a farmer's 600 sheep passed through several districts during their 2-month migration journey to reach the Bilbilan Plateau in the Artvin province of Türkiye.
"The migration has started. I have 600 sheep. We…
Safranbolu Hotels Fully Booked for Ramadan Holiday
Hotels in Safranbolu, a UNESCO-listed Ottoman-era town in Türkiye, have reached full occupancy for the Ramadan holiday. Known for its well-preserved historic houses and cobblestone streets, the town is a major cultural tourism…
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