Posts, news and articles in English
Selimiye Mosque in Edirne: A Timeless Ottoman Masterpiece and UNESCO Treasure Rising majestically over the city of Edirne, the Selimiye Mosque is one of the most celebrated examples of Ottoman architecture and a symbol of Turkey’s rich cultural heritage. Designed by the legendary architect Mimar Sinan, this mosque is widely […]
Read more
Update – 9 October 2026: The Çerkezköy–Kapıkule section of the Halkalı–Kapıkule railway project has officially opened. The new line is expected to increase passenger and freight capacity and strengthen rail connections between Turkey and Europe. Read our new article to discover what the project could mean for Edirne and its […]
Read more
Project Earns Support Under the 2025 Technical Assistance Program A new project aiming to strengthen green and digital transformation capabilities within Edirne’s production ecosystem has been approved for support under the Trakya Development Agency’s 2025 Digital and Green Transformation Technical Assistance Program. The project is designed to enhance the sustainability […]
Read more
TÜİK Releases the Latest Data The Turkish Statistical Institute has published the long-awaited November inflation figures. According to TÜİK, consumer prices rose by 0.87% in November. For those closely following the economy, this monthly increase serves as an important indicator of where the year is heading. How Inflation Has Moved […]
Read more
Edirne’s iconic Kıyık Tabya (fort) is entering a fresh period of revival. Built in 1888 during the reign of Sultan Abdulhamid II and playing a vital role in the Balkan Wars, this historic fortification is now being brought back to life through an extensive restoration process. The project not only […]
Read more
Edirne is preparing to welcome one of its most significant cultural investments as the year draws to a close. According to Governor Yunus Sezer, the construction of the new Edirne Provincial Public Library is progressing rapidly and will be completed before the end of the year, opening its doors to […]
Read more
Turkey’s Socio-Economic Landscape Is Being Redrawn According to the İl SEGE-2025 Report released by the Ministry of Industry and Technology — which evaluates the socio-economic development levels of Turkish provinces — Edirne’s progress presents an intriguing picture. As expected, Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir once again occupy the top three spots. […]
Read more
A New Era for Enez: Eco-Friendly Tourism to Meet Modern DesignEdirne’s beautiful coastal town Enez is entering a new chapter with a major environmental and infrastructure project supported by the European Union. The joint initiative between Enez Municipality and Bulgaria’s Tundzha Municipality under the Turkey–Bulgaria IPA Project is transforming the […]
Read more
Today is November 10th and Turkey commemorates ATATURK, the great leader on 87th anniversary of his passing away. There is no doubt he was one of the GREATEST LEADERS ever, in the world; A great soldier and a statesman, a revolutionary that carried his country to the level of civilized […]
Read more
Long before modern roads and motorways, trade across Anatolia depended on caravans carrying goods between cities, markets and distant lands. Travelling with animals loaded with merchandise was slow and demanding, and a successful journey depended not only on the route itself but also on having safe places to stop along […]
Read more
Umut M. Doğan, Dr. Archaeologist / Edirne Museum Down below we are sharing a very interesting article by Umut M. Doğan (Dr. Archaeologist / Edirne Museum). The writer shares his opinions based on soldi findings / facts shedding light on 1934 Thrace events observed in Turkey. “In the social sciences, […]
Read more
Special equipment is deployed to transfer the remaining water – According to the written statement by Mayor Filiz Gencan, the water level in Kayalıköy Dam has dropped below the point needed to feed the treatment plant. In response, municipal teams have launched emergency efforts to transfer the last reserves using […]
Read more
Türkçe
