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Mountain Goats Grace Erzincan’s Foggy Peaks
Stunning footage of mountain goats navigating steep cliffs in the Munzur Mountains, between Erzincan and Tunceli, has captivated viewers. Cinematographer Muhammed Kösen and his team captured these rare creatures, which are protected due to…
Antique Seljukian Hospital in Türkiye’s Sivas Awaits History Lovers
The Divriği Ulu Mosque and Hospital, built in 1228 during the Mengücekli Principality of the Anatolian Seljuks in the Divriği district of Sivas province of Türkiye by Ahmet Shah, the son of Mengücek Shah Süleyman Shah, and his wife Melike…
Türkiye’s Traditional Winter Delicacy in Konya
A cherished Ottoman-era dish, head, trotter, and brain soup remains a popular winter staple in Konya, Turkey. Rooted in Yörük culture and known for its rich nutritional value, this traditional dish requires up to five…
Türkiye’s Highest Lake Freezes Over
Balık Lake, a hidden gem in Türkiye's Taşlıçay district of Ağrı, has frozen completely due to severe winter weather, with temperatures dropping to -18°C. Situated at 2,241 meters in Sinek Plateau, the lake is a year-round…
Eight Students Injured After Severe Collision in Türkiye
A school bus carrying 29 people, 27 of whom were students, and a truck collided in Balikesir, Türkiye, at around 8:50 local time yesterday. According to initial reports, 8 students were heavily injured in the overturned school bus and were…
Justinianus Bridge: A 1,500-Year-Old Byzantine Marvel in Türkiye
The Justinianus Bridge, constructed in 562 AD by Eastern Roman Emperor Justinianus, stands as a historical testament in Sakarya’s Serdivan district, Türkiye. Known locally as Beşköprü, the 12-arched bridge is among the most…
Turkish Firefighters Rescue Same Cat for Third Time
Zonguldak, Türkiye, firefighters rescued a cat that fell into a stream for the third time in a month. After receiving a citizen's report, the team launched a swift operation, using a ladder to reach the trapped feline.
Remarkably, the…
Fog and Sun Form Dazzling View over Kızılırmak River in Türkiye
Dense fog that formed over the mountains and the Kızılırmak River in the Osmancık district of Çorum province, Türkiye, created an impressive view together with the sunlight in the morning hours.
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AI Revives Ancient Rituals at Roman Castle
The 3,000-year-old Zerzevan Castle in Diyarbakır, Türkiye, a former Roman military settlement, has gained renewed attention as artificial intelligence brings its ancient Mithras rituals to life. This historical site, listed on UNESCO’s…
Istanbul’s Beyoğlu District is Ready for New Year
Beyoğlu district, one of the popular touristic districts of Istanbul in Türkiye, has been prepared for the new year. Beyoğlu Municipality decorated numerous open areas and valuable structures like Galata Tower, the symbol of the district,…