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Çanakkale Wildfires: Over 1,875 Hectares Damaged in June
In June, Türkiye's Çanakkale witnessed 132 fires, with 31 forest fires and 101 non-forest fires, resulting in significant damage. The forest fires burned 658 hectares, while non-forest fires affected 1,217 hectares. In total,…
Türkiye Rescues 19 Immigrants in Aegean Sea
Turkish Minister of Internal Affairs Ali Yerlikaya announced that 19 irregular immigrants were rescued from Karaada in the Aegean Sea. Unfortunately, the bodies of 7 immigrants were also discovered. Yerlikaya emphasized on social…
Historical Roman Bath Unearthed in Türkiye During Construction
A historical Roman bath has been discovered during foundation digging in Bolu's Akpınar District in Türkiye, halting construction on a new apartment complex. The site, located in a protected area, revealed ancient ruins, including…
Unusual View Forms as Water Level Decreases in Karakurt Dam Lake
An unusual and fascinating landscape formed in the Karakurt Dam Lake in Sarıkamış district of Kars in Türkiye as the step-like shapes formed on the shore due to decreased water level, while the reflection clouds, trees and mountains painted…
Parachutist Makes Hard Landing during Parachute Event
A parachute jump at the "5th Skydiving Fest-Parachute Days" event held at Sivrihisar International Sports Aviation Center Necati Artan Facilities on July 6 in Sivrihisar, Eskişehir, ended badly. The 44-year-old parachutist, who jumped from…
Lakes of Sivas Await Nature Lovers
Tödürge, Hafik, Akgöl, and over 10 more lakes in Türkiye's Sivas, known for its historical and cultural riches, are waiting for nature and trekking lovers with lakes of different colors.
“Especially between Sivas city center and İmranlı…
Caretta Caretta Hatching Season Begins in Antalya
Caretta caretta babies hatched from their eggs as the spawning season began in the Alanya district of Türkiye's Antalya. A record number of caretta carettas rushed to the waters from the protected nests on the beaches of Yeşilöz and…
9 Injured in Factory Fire in Aydın
A factory fire occurred in an industrial area in Aydın. The smoke from the fire that broke out in the paint shop section of the factory poisoned 9 workers, who were immediately evacuated and hospitalized. An investigation was launched at…
Colorful Flowers Form Dazzling View in Türkiye
The colorful flowers blooming in and around Turna Lake, located at an altitude of 2,550 meters to the east of Erek Mountain in Van's Gürpınar district, formed a stunning view that will fascinate all nature lovers.
“While drought prevails…
125-Year-Old Clock Tower Stands as Unique Landmark in Eastern Türkiye
In Elazığ's Maden district, a 125-year-old clock tower, built in 1899 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Sultan Abdulhamid II's accession to the throne, continues to attract attention. This clock tower, restored by the…