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Border Wall Nears Completion on Türkiye-Iran Frontier
Construction of a security wall along the Türkiye-Iran border in Van, eastern Türkiye, is nearing completion, with 142.5 kilometers finished in the Başkale district. The project, launched in 2021, covers part of the…
Waterfall Revives in Spil Mountain National Park in Manisa, Türkiye
A long-dry waterfall in Spil Mountain National Park in Manisa, western Türkiye, began flowing again after recent heavy rains and melting snow. The waterfall, cascading about 50 meters down the cliffs, created striking views at the…
Tarawih Prayer Fills Selimiye Mosque in Edirne, Türkiye
Worshippers filled the historic Selimiye Mosque in Edirne, northwestern Türkiye, for the first Tarawih prayer of Ramadan after four years of restoration work. Residents from Edirne and nearby provinces gathered for the evening…
Deer Spotted in Tuzla Forest in Istanbul, Türkiye
Deer filmed in the forested Akfırat area of Tuzla in Istanbul, northwestern Türkiye, drew public attention after the images spread on social media. Nature lovers visited the area to observe the animals living in a protected section…
Over 750,000 Tourists Took Balloon Rides in Cappadocia in 2025
Hot air balloon tourism remained strong in Cappadocia in Nevşehir, central Türkiye, in 2025, with 754,098 visitors taking flights over the UNESCO-listed region. Authorities reported that balloons flew on 223 days, with 29,479…
Wolves Searching for Food Spotted in Ardahan, Türkiye
Wolves struggling to find food were spotted in the snow-covered Göle district of Ardahan, eastern Türkiye, where freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall persist. Drone footage captured one wolf carrying a large bone across the vast white…
Flamingos Paint Winter Scenes in Izmit Bay, Türkiye
Flamingos have created striking views in Izmit Bay in Kocaeli, northwestern Türkiye, a key wetland hosting around 168 bird species. The birds, known locally as “pink cranes,” gather in the bay during winter, attracting photographers…
Snow-Covered Meanders Forms Scenic Views in Türkiye
The Nazik Village meanders in the Ahlat district of Bitlis, eastern Türkiye, created striking winter landscapes after heavy snowfall. The winding river stretches from Nazik village to Nazik Lake, which is fully frozen and covers…
Buffaloes Bathe in Hot Springs in Bitlis, Türkiye
Buffaloes and horses were brought to Budaklı Hot Springs in the Güroymak district of Bitlis, eastern Türkiye, for cleaning during winter, creating striking scenes. The animals calmly stood in the steaming thermal waters despite…
Truck Driver Rescues Injured Lynx in Türkiye
A truck driver stopped to help an injured lynx in the Hafik district of Sivas, central Türkiye, after noticing the animal on the roadside. Servet Solmaz, who was traveling from Gaziantep to Trabzon, called local authorities and waited with…