Kütahya City Guide: Kütahya City Guide
Famous for its beautiful ceramics and thermal springs, Kütahya is one of the hidden paradises of Anatolia.
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Isparta City Guide: Isparta City Guide
The city of roses, Isparta… Having showed progress since the time of the Lydians and Persians, Isparta had been an important city in the Roman Period as well.
Eskişehir City Guide: Eskişehir City Guide
As one of the important centers of Anatolia, Eskişehir has also a good position. It has a cold and snowy climate and does not get much rainfall during the summer.
Edirne City Guide: Edirne City Guide
As one of the important places of historical times, Edirne offers many beautiful things for visitors. Having been the capital of the Ottoman Empire for years, it borders on Greece and Bulgaria. Established on a large plain area, Edirne ranked at one time as one of the seven largest cities of Europe.
Burdur City Guide: Burdur City Guide
As a Mediterranean city, Burdur is located within the area named Lakes Region. It has natural borders such as the Boncuk Mountains on the extensions of Toros, Katrancık Mountain, Elmalı Mountain, Kuyucak, and Dedegöl Mountains to the east, Burdur Lake and Karakuş Mountain in the north, and Acıgöl and Eşeler Mountains in the west. Surrounded by Antalya, Muğla, Denizli, Isparta, …
When Istanbul Fell and Was Reborn: by a Greek Historian
When travelers walk through today’s Istanbul -past Hagia Sophia, the Land Walls, or the quiet streets of Fatih– it is easy to forget that this city’s most dramatic transformation was once witnessed not by its conquerors, but by a defeated Greek aristocrat who chose to write rather than flee. His name was Michael Critobulus of Imbros. Writing only a few years …
Ramadan Traditions from the Past to the Present
With its deep-rooted cultural richness, Turkey projects many Ramadan traditions and values into the present day. As the month of Ramadan begins, we have listed enduring Ramadan customs -passed down from generation to generation- that reinforce social solidarity, strengthen communal unity, and contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage. Mahyas on Mosque Minarets Although the tradition of lighting oil lamps …
Traditional Ankara Houses
Ankara and its surrounding areas have been continuously inhabited since prehistoric times. The known history of Ankara stretches back to the Paleolithic Age. With a history spanning approximately 5,000 years, urban life in Ankara is believed to have continued uninterrupted. Its significance, which began due to its position on the ancient Royal Road, continues today as the capital of modern …
The Remarkable Stories of Turkish-Origin European Nobles
European history has long been a crossroads where different cultures meet and mingle; sometimes through wars, sometimes through diplomatic ties. Among these intersections are the fascinating stories of Turkish-origin individuals who were taken captive from Ottoman lands and later found their places among European nobles. What began amid the hardships of war sometimes turned into extraordinary lives rising to noble …
Gümüşler Monastery: Cappadocia’s Ancient Rock-Cut Sanctuary
Located in Niğde province, Gümüşler Monastery is one of the most important historical structures in the Cappadocia region. Carved directly into the rock, this monastery dates back to the Byzantine Empire period and is believed to have been built between the 8th and 12th centuries. With its architecture, frescoes, and underground structures, Gümüşler Monastery provides significant insights into the religious …