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Gümüşkanat Waterfall Draws Visitors in Eastern Türkiye
Standing at nearly 60 meters, Gümüşkanat Waterfall in Bitlis' Mutki district is among Türkiye's tallest and most scenic waterfalls. Located near Gümüşkanat village, 25 km from the district center, the waterfall flows year-round, even in…
Red and White Blooms Paint Southeastern Türkiye
In Türkiye's Batman province, red poppies and white daisies have transformed Kozluk’s mountains into a vivid natural display. With the arrival of spring, especially during April and May, the region’s hills and fields become a sea of…
Oleander Bloom Offers Visual Feast in Turkish Mountains
Pink oleander trees have transformed the mountain slopes of Kozan’s Memili Neighborhood in Adana, Türkiye, into a colorful spectacle. Despite being known as the “flower of death” due to their toxicity, the…
Stunning Sunrise Over Sapanca Lake
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…
Sandstorm in Iraq Kills 4, Sends Hundreds to Hospitals
A severe sandstorm affecting several Iraqi cities has claimed four lives and injured three in a traffic accident near Tuzhurmatu. The crash occurred when two vehicles collided in near-zero visibility.
The storm has impacted areas including…
Spring Boosts Flow at Türkiye’s Tortum Waterfall
Tortum Waterfall in Erzurum’s Uzundere district, one of Türkiye’s top natural landmarks, is experiencing a surge in water flow with the arrival of spring. Snowmelt from nearby mountains is raising the level of…
Fog Turns Turkish Coast into a Scenic Wonder
Morning fog blanketed the coastal town of Gerze in Sinop, Türkiye, creating postcard-like views. Known as a "Cittaslow" city, Gerze's sea and shoreline disappeared under a white veil, drawing the attention of…
Rare Bird Species Spotted in Eastern Türkiye
A flock of glossy ibises (Plegadis falcinellus), a rare and declining migratory bird species, was spotted for the first time in Karakoçan district of Elazığ, eastern Türkiye. The birds were filmed by a local resident, Azmi…
Snow-Covered Tulips Stun in Eastern Türkiye
In Bitlis, Türkiye, rare snowfall in April blanketed blooming inverted tulips—locally known as "Crying Brides"—on high-altitude mountains, creating striking scenes. Nature photographers captured the red flowers…
Flamingo Spectacle at Niğde Dam in Türkiye
Hundreds of flamingos formed a striking scene at Akkaya Dam in Niğde, Türkiye, as they stopped during their spring migration. The colorful gathering attracted birdwatchers and nature photographers, with aerial footage…