The 18th International Istanbul Gastronomy Festival, which has made significant progress in integrating Turkish and international gastronomy, will bring international delicacies to Istanbul. Istanbul Kitchen Days, which was awarded the designation of “Continental” by the World Chefs Association (WACS) two Read More
Emperor Justinian authorized and erected this subterranean construction in 532. Basilica Cistern Istanbul was built with 336 columns, many of which were rescued from wrecked temples and include finely carved capitals, and is Istanbul’s largest remaining Byzantine cistern. Its symmetry Read More
Yldz ale, constructed as a hunting lodge for Sultan Abdül Hamit II in 1880 and inaccessible to the public at the time of investigation, is located at the park’s highest point. The şale (chalet) is surrounded by a wall at Read More
Istanbul, Turkey’s capital, has a liveliness that stems from a combination of historic traditions with lively modern culture. Old Istanbul neighborhoods like Galata and Balat, which are home to historic churches and synagogues, are sprouting cool new places to visit, Read More
In terms of history, culture, and art, Istanbul is renowned as one of the best cities in the world. More than 80 museums, spanning from archaeological and history museums to modern and fine art museums, along with themed museums, are Read More
From the late 17th through the early 18th centuries, Ottoman society admired tulips, and Istanbul, then recognized as Constantinople, became renowned for them. ‘Tulip Fever’ was spreading steadily west, passing through the Netherlands. As a result, the 12 years leading Read More
Istanbul is not only rich in historic landmarks and monuments but also adorned with the eye-catching parks and gardens. If you’ve ever visited Istanbul in the spring, you’ve definitely seen the vivid wayside flowers, specifically the Tulips, which are unique Read More
Turkey’s mosques are more than just places to pray; they’re also gorgeous tributes to Islamic art. These famous mosques in Turkey are as architecturally significant as they are attractive, from their intricate interiors to the massive grandeur of their exteriors. Read More
Turkey is home to a plethora of myths and tales, particularly those relating to natural phenomena and historic structures, each of which has its own origin narrative. Let’s spotlight some of the most fascinating Turkish myths and legends from around Read More
Turkish folklore studies began in the early twentieth century. In 1913, Ziya Gökalp wrote about folklore (“halkiyat”) in the periodical “Towards the People.” Later, Riza Tevfik Bölükbasi and Mehmet Fuat Köprülü published essays in several periodicals on the issue. Both Read More