Culture

Thieves target Ely Museum in Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom on May 7 to steal priceless Bronze Age artifacts including a large, pure gold torc and a historical gold bracelet

Three out of four minarets of the Selimiye Mosque in Edirne have been successfully restored as part of an extensive renovation project led by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism

Scientific committee member Hayri Fehmi Yilmaz sheds light on the Kariye Mosque's historical transformations, emphasizing the latest decade of restoration work that preserved its architectural integrity and cultural significance

Although Istanbul's transportation networks and excellent defense system make it highly suitable for trade, its drinking water resources were quite inadequate during ancient times

Hatay's foundation authority aims to complete earthquake repairs by 2025, including restorations on Hunkar Masjid and Sarimiye Mosque, to improve earthquake resistance

Kayseri University students learn Hittite meat dishes and bread varieties such as “Zalpa, Kariya” and “Happena” in the school kitchen

Türkiye's longest train line 500T, which makes 437 daily trips, provides transportation for approximately 45,000 people

Türkiye's Akyaka and Golturkbuku are included in The Guardian's list of '10 of the best beach towns in Europe'

An administrative fine of ₺488,630 ($15,147) will be imposed on those who pluck the endemic species 'reverse tulip' and 'baskilensis' popularly known as 'weeping bride' in Elazig

Today marks the 1,466th anniversary of the day the central dome of Hagia Sophia collapsed, leading to the rebuilding of the city and the rising of the Hagia Sophia's dome once again

Archaeological research in Karaman uncovers stones inscribed with "Allah" within the ruins of a historic church, shedding light on the early Islamic period in the area

The Persian Gulf Regional Museum in Bushehr, Iran, opened on the 42nd anniversary of the 1979 revolution, becoming the largest museum in southern Iran and showcasing the region's diverse history shaped by various civilizations

More than 50 cultural events were organized in the first four months of the 2024 Turkish-Hungarian Year of Culture, led by the Embassy of Türkiye in Budapest. These events brought together Turkish and Hungarian art lovers and reached more than 70,000 people

The white lotus flowers of Canakkale's Nilufer Lake draw global attention each year, supported by fines of up to $12K to preserve its rich biodiversity

The third Turkish-Arab Art Exhibition, held at the Taksim Mosque in Istanbul, brings together the works of Turkish and Arab artists, creating a cultural bridge

Turkish police seize over 3,380 artifacts from ancient civilizations, busting a major smuggling operation in Izmir, as they raided nine locations and arrested key suspects

Kariye Mosque, restored after presidential decree, reopens for prayers. President Erdogan to attend inauguration ceremony

An extraordinary Roman-era burial in Austria reveals a mother-daughter pair interred together, challenging initial assumptions and offering insights into ancient family ties

The discovery of a Roman dodecahedron in Lincolnshire by local volunteers offers new insights into ancient Roman artifacts and their mysterious functions

Excavation and cleaning works have started to bring the thousands of years old Turus Rock Tombs used by the Romans and Byzantines to tourism

The restoration unearthed Byzantine-era tiles, marble, and columns, along with frescoes depicting hell. The mosque floor has been covered with glass, transforming a portion of the mosque into a museum