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Enez is becoming one of the most sought-after coastal escapes for people leaving Istanbul, offering a quieter alternative along the Saros Gulf in Edirne. A New Escape Route from Istanbul As the cost of living rises and urban pressure increases, more people are looking for alternatives outside major cities. Locations […]
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“It’s 2025. In the heart of Edirne, a 664-year-old tradition still stands strong: Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling. But this is more than just a sports event. It’s a spirit, a collective memory, and a living bond between a people and their history.“ “Yet, every summer the same cycle seems to repeat […]
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Connecting with the past sometimes lies in the expression on a statue’s face or the craftsmanship on an ancient coin. Located in the town of Selçuk, in İzmir, the Ephesus Museum offers visitors just such a journey through time. Artifacts unearthed from one of the ancient world’s most important cities—Ephesus—and […]
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Bu gönderiyi Instagram'da gör Edirne Turkey (@edirneturkeycom)'in paylaştığı bir gönderi Edirne welcomed thousands of local and international visitors once again this year with its traditional Kakava and Hıdırellez celebrations, held annually on May 5–6. The city came alive with vibrant festivities that joyfully welcomed the arrival of spring. Tourist Influx […]
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Spring in Edirne is always something special… But when Kakava and Hıdırellez arrive, the city transforms into a vibrant canvas of color and joy. This year, the celebrations are spread across four full days, and on the second day, the energy is still going strong! Everywhere you walk, there’s music […]
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Rice is a staple on our tables — but according to experts, it may pose a greater threat to our health than we realize! Dr. Aysun Sağlam from Istanbul Aydın University warns that rice can accumulate toxic substances like arsenic, creating serious health risks. And this isn’t just a personal […]
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The Kakava and Hıdırellez Festivals, one of Edirne’s oldest and most vibrant traditions, have officially kicked off with a lively series of events. Traditionally celebrated on May 5–6 each year, the festivities have been extended to four days this year, starting on May 3. The celebrations opened at Sarayiçi, one […]
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Everybody is getting ready for four unforgettable days of color, music, dance, and ancient traditions — because the legendary Kakava-Hıdırellez Festival of Edirne is back, and it’s going to be bigger than ever in 2025! While the heart of the celebration traditionally falls on May 5–6, this year the good […]
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Edirne’s Growing Presence on the International Rowing Scene Edirne is quietly stepping onto the international stage — not only through its rich history, but increasingly through sport. Along the Meriç River, rowing events are beginning to shape a new identity for the city, where tradition and modern ambition meet. International […]
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Every now and then, there’s a bit of good news for animal lovers, thankfully. Nearly 6,500 stray animals will soon be able to live safely and comfortably at a new modern shelter spanning 122 acres in Keşan. The facility will offer not just shelter, but also medical treatment, spaying/neutering, and […]
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It may be the last chance to wake up—truly wake up—by setting aside all political and partisan disputes. Because we are being pulled, step by step and in giant strides, into what could become a living hell—not just as a nation, but as humanity as a whole. Here’s the strange […]
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Edirne is one of the most important living heritages of the great Ottoman Empire. When you are in Edirne you will easily experience this fact simply wandering around streets of the old town. If you can walk through Edirne with awareness and feeling, you can hear the sounds of Fatih’s […]
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