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Flames Engulf Türkiye Grassland and Recycling Facility
A grassland fire broke out in Tekirdağ’s Ergene district, Türkiye, causing panic among locals. The flames, which spread to the recycling facility next to it due to the wind, were immediately intervened by firefighters and an investigation…
Forest Fire Breaks Out Near Residential Area in Izmir
A fire broke out in a forest next to a residential area in the Çandarlı Neighborhood of the Dikili district of Izmir, one of the most popular tourist provinces in Türkiye. The fire, which started around 14:20 local time, was reported to the…
Diyarbakır Named Among World’s Top 100 Destinations by Time Magazine
The Mesopotamia Express in Türkiye, initiated by the Diyarbakir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DTSO), has been recognized in Time Magazine's list of the "100 Most Beautiful Places to Visit and See in the World."
Launched in…
Pristine Bays in Trabzon Await Tourists
The bays between Kalecik and Konakönü in Trabzon, Türkiye, are as beautiful as those in the Mediterranean and Aegean, yet remain largely undiscovered by tourists. These areas, untouched by the Black Sea Coastal Road…
3,000-Year-Old Artifacts Unearthed in Sacred Hittite City
In Samsun's Türkiye, excavations at the Vezirköprü Oymaağaç Mound in Nerik, the sacred city of the Hittites, have uncovered 3,000-year-old hazelnuts and wooden pieces cut with bronze tools. This site, important for…
Waterspout Appears in the Mediterranean skies in Hatay
A waterspout formed off the Samandağ district of Hatay. Appearing during the storm, the waterspout caused panic off the coast but lost its power before reaching the land.
New Burial Type from Urartian Period Discovered in Eastern Türkiye
Located in eastern Türkiye, in Van's Gürpınar district, excavations at Çavuştepe Castle have uncovered a previously unknown Urartian burial method. The discovery was made in the necropolis area of the castle, which has yielded…
Hadrian’s Gate Restoration in Antalya Underway
In honor of Roman Emperor Hadrian's visit to Antalya, cleaning operations have begun at Hadrian's Gate, a historic landmark built on the city wall. The Üçkapılar, a symbol of Antalya, is also undergoing lighting work as part of…
Rapid Reforestation Displayed on Türkiye Wildfire Anniversary
Antalya Governor Hulusi Şahin visited Manavgat on the third anniversary of the largest forest fire in Türkiye's history. He highlighted the successful reforestation efforts, stating, "We planted 5.1 million saplings across 30,000…
Historic Monastery in Eastern Türkiye Damaged by Treasure Hunters
Saint Thomes Monastery (Altınsaç Church), a 700-year-old historic site in Gevaş, Van, has suffered severe damage from treasure hunters. This significant Armenian heritage site, located 75 kilometers from Van and 40 kilometers from…