Turkiye

In the deep canyons of Kemaliye, Erzincan, a thousand-year-old tradition continues through the unique door knockers that adorn local homes. Dating back to the Ottoman period, these knockers served a practical purpose:…

Muhammed Çolak, a Turkish citizen from Gaziantep, was kidnapped in Sarajevo during a trip and held for ransom by an unidentified group, reportedly linked to an Afghan gang. The kidnappers forced Çolak to cross mountains and reach the…

A significant archaeological discovery was made at the Saints Constantine and Helena Monastery in Ordu, Türkiye. During excavations led by the Ordu Museum Directorate and Assoc. Dr. Seçkin Evcim, the first in-situ floor…

Restoration efforts are underway at the Seljuk Square Cemetery in Ahlat, Bitlis, the world's largest Turkish-Islamic cemetery, to repair damage inflicted during World War I. The cemetery, which was once bisected by a road…

Çıldır Lake, renowned as one of the world's most beautiful places to watch the sunset, captivate visitors with its breathtaking views. Located in a district rich with natural beauty and historical sites like Satan Castle…

Mount Nemrut, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Türkiye, hosted national and international media and astrophotography enthusiasts who gathered to capture the Perseid meteor shower. Despite strong winds and cold weather,…

The ancient city of Sardes, located in Manisa, Türkiye, offered a stunning backdrop for the Perseid meteor shower, one of the year's most anticipated celestial events. This historical site, once the capital of the Lydian Kingdom and…

In Türkiye, a lake near Karaincirli village in Edirne's Enez district has completely evaporated due to extreme summer heat, leaving behind a striking white salt-covered surface. This natural transformation has drawn…

A passenger bus crashed into a bridge abutment near Ankara's Polatlı district, resulting in 11 deaths and 24 injuries. The bus, traveling from Ağrı to Izmir, veered off the road and collided with the bridge early in the…

The Nevşehir Culture Road Festival in Türkiye's Cappadocia region is showcasing an international hot air balloon event in its final days, drawing participants from 18 countries. From August 8 to 11, 60 uniquely shaped and…