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Istanbul’s Beyoğlu Marks Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day
The Beyoğlu Municipality in Türkiye's Istanbul organized the Golden Horn Sea Festival to mark the 19 May Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day. After a moment of silence was held and the National Anthem was sung at the shore,…
Intermittent Clouds Adorned Istanbul’s Sky
Intermittent clouds formed a dazzling view over Türkiye's Istanbul. The clouds, which look like a painting in the sky, became the center of photographic attention.
Museums Week Discounts at Hagia Sophia and Ephesus in Türkiye
To celebrate Museums Week, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism has announced a 50 percent discount for Turkish citizens at the Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum and the Ephesus Experience Museum. From May 18 to…
Kyrgyz Turks Preserve Culture in Yozgat, Türkiye
Kyrgyz Turks, who migrated from Afghanistan's Pamir Plateau to Türkiye in 1982, continue to maintain their cultural heritage in Yozgat's Yenifakılı district. Resettled in homes built by the Türkiye's Mass Housing…
Undefined Foaming Occurs on Istanbul’s Bosphorus
White foaming that have not yet been identified have occurred around the 15 July Martyrs Bridge on the Bosphorus, which is sometimes on the agenda due to increasing number of jellyfish, three days ago. No explanation has been made by the…
Palandöken Mountain Turns White with May Snowfal in Türkiye
Over the past week, Türkiye's Erzurum has experienced heavy rains, transforming into snow at higher elevations. This morning, residents woke up to Palandöken Mountain blanketed in snow, with the snowfall gradually extending…
Ancient Tomb Discovered in Tharsa City Excavation in Türkiye
In Türkiye, archaeologists have discovered a new tomb during excavation and cleaning efforts in the ancient city of Tharsa, located near Kuyulu village on the Adıyaman-Şanlıurfa Highway, now known as Turuş Rock Tombs. This…
7-Year-Old Dies in House Fire in Kocaeli
A fire broke out for an unknown reason on the 2nd floor of a 3-storey building in Izmit, Kocaeli province of Türkiye, while a pregnant mother and her three children were inside. The mother and her two sons managed to flee the house but the…
Trabzon Cemetery Innovates with Stadium-Style Seating
In Trabzon, Türkiye, a cemetery in the Pınarlı neighborhood of the Çarşıbaşı district has introduced a unique feature: tribune seats, commonly seen in sports stadiums. These seats, primarily in burgundy and blue colors, were…
A 660-Year-Old Mosque in Türkiye Mesmerizes
The Ahi Pasha Mosque in Tokat, Türkiye, built on June 20, 1364, mesmerizes visitors with its 660-year history and unique wooden minaret. Commissioned by Ahi Pasha, the mosque is a significant landmark attracting both locals and…