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When inflation surged in Turkey after 2021, it didn’t just affect rent, fuel, and electricity—it reshaped dinner plates across the country. With red meat prices skyrocketing, many households quietly shifted toward more affordable protein options. The result? Chicken and fish became the unsung heroes of Turkish kitchens. Red Meat Became […]
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A large forest fire in Edirne’s Enez district has put coastal communities on high alert. Originating near Büyükevren and Gülçavuş villages, the fire has spread rapidly with the help of strong winds. Emergency teams have been working around the clock, and evacuations—especially in coastal residential areas—have been carried out as […]
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For Turkish citizens who loves to travel—or just need to go to Europe regularly—there’s finally some good news on the visa front. Bulgaria and the EU have both introduced new visa regulations that are much more favorable for Turkish passport holders. Let’s break it down and see what’s changing. Bulgaria […]
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We All Live in Cities Now—But Are We Living Like City Dwellers? Nowadays, most of us live in cities. With rapid urban growth, thousands of people migrate to urban centers each year. A large portion of this migration comes from rural villages or smaller towns. But here’s the real question: […]
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Connecting Tourists to Saros Bay Work is gaining momentum on the key route linking Edirne to one of its most beloved summer destinations—the Enez coast on the Saros Gulf. The road between Keşan and Enez is being upgraded to improve access, with a strong focus on supporting tourism and the […]
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Karaağaç Train Station and Cultural Heart of Edirne Located in one of the most historically and culturally rich corners of Edirne, the Karaağaç Campus of Trakya University has always been more than just a university space. With iconic landmarks like the historical train station, the nostalgic black train, and the […]
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Another Victory at the Historic ArenaIn the heart of Edirne, at the iconic Sarayiçi Er Meydanı, the 664th edition of the Historic Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling Festival concluded with another thrilling final. A familiar name emerged once again as the champion — Orhan Okulu claimed the prestigious golden belt. Kırkpınar, one […]
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In the 2024–2025 season, Turkey achieved a historic milestone in olive oil production, reaching 3.75 million tons of olives—the highest yield ever recorded. This abundant harvest, combined with similar output in other major producing countries, has led to a significant drop in prices. Last year, extra virgin olive oil was […]
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One of the oldest and most colorful traditions of Turkish culture, the Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling Festival, is kicking off in 2025 with great excitement. Held for centuries in the historic city of Edirne and listed by UNESCO as an “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity,” this iconic sporting and cultural event […]
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Just recently, a major event in Antalya focused on the growing water crisis. One of the speakers, Prof. Dr. Ayşe Muhammetoğlu, made a pretty bold statement: “We need to give up habits like washing carpets, balconies, cars, and watering gardens.” She didn’t beat around the bush—“We must remove these from […]
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Planning a wedding is exciting on its own, but when the idea of a destination wedding comes into play, it becomes something truly magical. In recent years, destination weddings have become a global trend—and Turkey has quickly emerged as one of the top choices for couples from all over the […]
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When people think of Edirne, the first image that usually comes to mind is the magnificent Selimiye Mosque and the city’s Ottoman heritage. However, Edirne’s story began thousands of years before the Ottoman era. Located beside the Selimiye Mosque complex, the Edirne Archaeology Museum offers a journey into the city’s […]
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