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Continue reading →: Karagöz and HacivatTurkey’s Funniest Shadow Duo and the Tradition That Refuses to Fade If you’ve ever wondered what Turkish people did for entertainment before Netflix arrived, look no further than Karagöz and Hacivat—a pair of squabbling, colourful shadow puppets who have been causing laughter, chaos and the occasional moral lesson for centuries.…
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Continue reading →: Slow Cities ( Cittaslow )Turkey’s Slow Cities: A Celebration of Calm, Culture and Community The Slow City movement, known internationally as Cittaslow, is a global initiative that promotes a gentler, more mindful way of living. It encourages towns to preserve their local identity, protect the environment, support traditional craftsmanship, and prioritise quality of life…
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Continue reading →: Istanbul AirportIstanbul Airport: Turkey’s New Global Aviation Hub Istanbul Airport (IST) is one of the most ambitious aviation projects in modern Europe and stands as a symbol of Turkey’s rapid development in global air travel. Since opening, it has quickly become a major international hub, known for its scale, advanced design…
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Continue reading →: High Speed TrainsTurkey’s High-Speed Train Revolution: The YHT Network and Future Ambitions Over the past two decades, Turkey has transformed its rail system with a rapidly expanding high-speed train (Yüksek Hızlı Tren, or YHT) network. These trains connect major cities, dramatically reduce travel times and represent the country’s ambitions for modern, efficient…
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Continue reading →: Europe’s Largest HospitalBilkent Hospital, Ankara — A Healthcare Marvel in the Heart of Turkey Ankara’s Bilkent City Hospital (Ankara Bilkent Şehir Hastanesi) is one of the most impressive healthcare complexes in Turkey, combining advanced medical technology, efficient design and extraordinary scale. As part of Turkey’s national health transformation programme, the hospital was…
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Continue reading →: Turkish UniversitiesA Quick Word on Turkish Universities Turkish higher education has come a long way. Its universities increasingly compete on the global stage — several now rank in well-known international league tables, and Turkey attracts a significant number of international students. Many Turkish universities offer programmes taught in English, particularly in…
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Continue reading →: Top 10 SingersMost-Streamed Singers Today in Turkey (2025) Thanks to the rise of Spotify and digital platforms, it’s now easier than ever to see who is truly dominating Turkish music. The current landscape is a lively blend of rap, pop, electronic, and indie influences — and while trends shift quickly, some names…
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Continue reading →: Music MemoriesThe Catchy Songs That Captured Turkey’s Heart in the 70s and 80s The 1970s and 1980s were a golden era for Turkish music — decades when television had only one channel, radios were treated like sacred objects, and a song could become a national obsession overnight. It was a time…
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Continue reading →: Nasreddin HodjaTurkey’s Wisest Fool, Funniest Philosopher, and Accidental Life Coach Nasreddin Hodja, the beloved folk hero of Turkey and much of the Middle East and Central Asia, is a man who managed to become famous for being both incredibly wise and utterly ridiculous — often at the same time. If philosophy,…
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Continue reading →: SalepSalep: A Warm Mug of History, Mystery, and Mild Chaos Salep, the beloved milky winter drink of Turkey and parts of the Middle East, is proof that humanity will go to remarkable lengths to stay warm. Made from powdered orchid tubers — yes, orchids, the flowers you buy when you’ve…
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Continue reading →: The Turkish FlagHistory, Evolution, and Official Adoption The Turkish flag, known in Turkish as the Ay Yıldız (“moon-star”) or Al Bayrak (“red flag”), is one of the most recognisable national symbols in the world. Its deep red field, adorned with a white crescent and star, is steeped in centuries of history, myth,…
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Continue reading →: Topkapı PalaceThe Topkapı Palace in Istanbul is one of the city’s most remarkable historic landmarks, a sprawling complex that served as the heart of the Ottoman Empire for almost four hundred years. Standing proudly at the tip of the historic peninsula, it offers sweeping views of the Bosphorus and the Golden…
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Whether you’re dreaming of sun-soaked beaches, bustling bazaars, ancient ruins, or vibrant city streets, Turkish-Travels is here to guide you on an unforgettable journey across one of the world’s most fascinating and diverse countries.
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- Ankara
- Antalya
- Aydın
- Çanakkale
- Balıkesir
- Bartın
- Bilecik
- Black Sea Coast
- Burdur
- Bursa
- Denizli
- Edirne
- Eskisehir
- Gümüşhane
- Georgia
- Greek Islands
- Istanbul
- Izmir
- Karabük
- Kastamonu
- Kütahya
- Kocaeli
- Konya
- Kırklareli
- Manisa
- Muğla
- Nevşehir
- Nilüfer
- Ordu
- Rize
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- Samsun
- Sinop
- Tekirdag
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