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Mount Nemrut: The Throne of the Gods in the Heart of Anatolia

Rising 2,150 meters above sea level in the Kahta district of Adıyaman, Turkey, Mount Nemrut may not be the tallest peak in the region; but it stands among the most significant archaeological and cultural landmarks in the world. Included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1987, Mount Nemrut is home to colossal sculptures and stone terraces that date back …

Museums in Turkey You Can Visit at Night

From Ephesus Ruins to the Istanbul Archaeological Museums, and from Zelve-Paşabağları to Galata Tower; many of us have explored these landmarks during the day. But how about seeing these silent witnesses of history under the stars? Thanks to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s Night Museum Program, first launched in 2024 and expanded in 2025, select museums now remain open …

Osman Hamdi Bey: The Life of a Cultural Pioneer

Osman Hamdi Bey, an archaeologist, museum curator, painter, and the first mayor (Şehremini) of Kadıköy, was the first person to take official steps to protect Turkey’s cultural heritage. Born on December 30, 1842, in Istanbul, he holds a distinguished place in Ottoman history for his contributions to culture, art, and science. He was the son of Ibrahim Edhem Pasha; one …

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Turkey

Turkey’s name is in the World Heritage list, a compilation determined by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO); its natural and cultural assets are under protection. The natural and cultural sites in Turkey number 22 total, according to UNESCO.