Sahara National Park, at an altitude of 2,400 meters, connecting Artvin’s Cittaslow Şavşat district and Ardahan province in Türkiye, has become a favorite spot for snowboarding enthusiasts.

“As nature and sports enthusiasts, we look forward to the snowfall every year and coming to these steep slopes and the natural wonders of Artvin and Şavşat. I hope other snowboarders come and enjoy the 2.5-meter-thick powder snow in Artvin Şavşat,” says Ali Burak Toy, a member of the ‘Snow Wolves’ snowboarding community.

“We will organize a skiing event on steep slopes in crystal snow at an altitude of 2,400 meters. This annual event of ours makes us very happy. I wish everyone sees these beauties of Artvin and benefits from these beauties,” said Mehmet Ünal, another member.

,Fatih Tüysüz

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Istanbul’s Çamlıca Tower Welcomes 2.3 Million Visitors in 4 Years

On May 30, 2025

Türkiye’s Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu announced that Istanbul’s Çamlıca Tower has hosted approximately 2.3 million visitors since its inauguration by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on May 29, 2021.

Standing at 587 meters above sea level, the tulip-shaped tower is the tallest structure in Istanbul and combines architecture, technology, and visitor experience. It includes 49 floors with observation decks, restaurants, and interactive exhibits showcasing Istanbul’s landmarks.

Uraloğlu emphasized the tower’s role in broadcasting, currently supporting 100 FM channels, 16 analog TV, and 15 DAB+ stations, along with services for GSM and public institutions. He noted that Çamlıca Tower has significantly reduced electromagnetic emissions in the area, lowering levels from 39 to 2.5 Volts/meter—well below EU safety standards.

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Snowboarders Flock to Artvin’s Sahara National Park

Istanbul’s Çamlıca Tower Welcomes 2.3 Million Visitors in 4 Years