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Turkish Tailor Keeps a Fading Craft Alive
For 59 years, 71-year-old Ismail Keser has been meticulously stitching bespoke garments in the Turkish province of Çorum, dedicating his life to a profession that is steadily disappearing. Honored as the 2023 "Master Craftsman of…
Türkiye Showcases Naval Might in Massive Sea Wolf 2026 Drill
Türkiye has launched one of its largest maritime operations, the Sea Wolf-II/2026 Exercise, mobilizing 18,000 personnel, 125 ships, and 60 aircraft across its four surrounding seas. Marking a historic first for the Turkish Naval…
Istanbul Strait Turns a Stunning Turquoise
Istanbul Strait, the iconic waterway separating Asia and Europe, has temporarily transformed into a brilliant shade of turquoise. This mesmerizing annual color shift is caused by Black Sea currents and an abundance of marine…
Breathtaking Sunrise Illuminates Historic Van
The eastern Turkish city of Van, a popular destination for international tourists, recently captivated onlookers with a breathtaking morning sunrise. As dawn broke, a vibrant display of red and orange hues transformed the sky into…
SOS Feature Saves Hikers in 10-Hour Rescue in Türkiye
Two hikers stranded in the mountains of Antalya, Türkiye, were safely recovered in a dramatic 10-hour rescue operation. After trekking through steep terrain in the Konyaaltı district to visit a natural pool they saw on social…
Türkiye’s Nemrut Crater Opens For Visitors
The tourism season has officially kicked off at Türkiye's spectacular Nemrut Crater Lake in Bitlis after crews cleared the high-altitude mountain roads of heavy winter snow. Recognized as the world's second-largest crater lake,…
‘Zebra Mountains’ Emerge in Türkiye
As summer approaches in Türkiye's eastern province of Van, a stunning visual phenomenon has transformed the high-altitude landscape. The partial melting of winter snow against dark, rocky slopes has created striking…
Stunning Lightning Display Lights Up Turkish Skies
A spectacular series of lightning strikes recently illuminated the evening sky over Eskişehir in central Türkiye just before a heavy downpour. The dramatic flashes were beautifully captured by drone footage, creating breathtaking scenes…
Türkiye Launches Massive “Sea Wolf-II” Naval Drills
Türkiye's Naval Forces Command is set to launch the sweeping Sea Wolf-II/2026 military exercise tomorrow, spanning the Black Sea, Marmara, Aegean, and Eastern Mediterranean waters. The massive joint operation will bring together 18,000…
Summer Finally Reaches High Pastures in Eastern Türkiye
After an unusual delay in warmer weather, summer has finally reached the high-altitude pastures of Türkiye's Tuzluca district in Iğdır. Local farmers recently released their cattle into the newly vibrant highlands, marking a…