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Edirne, during the Ottoman Empire period, was a province known as the “Pasha” Sancağı, (Sancak: administrative unit / region) and it was under the jurisdiction of the Rumelia Beylerbeyi (Beylerbeyi: Governorate). The center of this Beylerbeyi was located in Sofia. Edirne was recognized as the university city of the empire. […]
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The Saatli Madrasa, where the great Ottoman sultan Fatih Sultan Mehmet Khan, who conquered Istanbul, was educated in Edirne in his youth, was opened as a museum after the completion of the restoration in 2021. Through a protocol signed between the Edirne Governorate and Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Foundation University, […]
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Due to the pandemic, the Kapıkule Customs Gate, which was previously closed for pedestrian crossings, has now reopened pedestrian crossings by the end of 2023. Mr. Yunus SEZER, the Governor of Edirne, stated the following regarding this development at Kapıkule: “Today, as of now, we are resuming pedestrian crossings at […]
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Known as the “Breakfast Meatball” due to its availability for sale from the early morning, this dish, also sought by those looking for alternatives to pastries and simit is quite popular in the town. Chefs cooking and serving this dish note that the cooking method of ‘tencere köfte’ distinguishes it […]
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Derived from the Russian word “telega,” talika refers to a type of four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage commonly used for transporting goods, typically pulled by a single horse. In addition to talikas, there are various types of horse-drawn carriages such as fayton, and others. These simple and unadorned horse-drawn carriages were used […]
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Edirne is famous for its grand mosques and historic streets, but one of the city’s most refined artistic traditions is often overlooked: Edirnekari. This delicate Ottoman wood art, born in Edirne, decorates mosques, mansions, and other historic buildings with intricate floral and geometric patterns. For travelers and culture enthusiasts, discovering […]
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From the beginning of December, there has been a significant increase in admissions to both adult and pediatric emergency departments due to viral upper respiratory tract infections. A doctor, who is an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, has emphasized that these […]
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Minister ISIKHAN declared that the monthly minimum wage, effective as of January 1, 2024, with a minimum wage support of 700 liras, had been set at a net 17,002 liras. The first meeting of the Minimum Wage Determination Committee had taaken place on December 11, the second meeting on December […]
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The Thrace Career Fair, hosted by Trakya University with the support of the Presidential Human Resources Office, and in collaboration with Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Namık Kemal University in Tekirdağ, Kırklareli University, and Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University in the Thrace Region, began on December 27, 2023, at Trakya University Balkan […]
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The Balkan War began on October 18, 1912, when the Bulgarian army, supported by the Serbs, trampled on Turkish territory, and Edirne was completely surrounded within a few days. The city remained under this relentless siege for exactly 155 days until March 26, 1913, when it fell into enemy hands. […]
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“Good evening, dear Facebook neighborhood… You will soon be waking up, but I have just started to write. We’ve left behind the Christmas holiday for Christians. Actually, for them, it seems to be more of a day where family members who have been distant throughout the year come together, exchanging […]
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Edirne’s historical landmarks are being renovated and restored over time to contribute to the development of city tourism. The governorship is actively engaged in serious efforts in this regard. Governor Yunus Sezer shared a brief statement with the press on this matter: “We continue to bring our historical monuments one […]
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