The ninth month of the Muslim calendar is the Holy Month of Ramadan, also known as Ramazan in Turkish. Here is a glimpse at what to expect during Ramadan in Turkey if you are travelling there during this unique time of year. What is Ramadan? To begin with, why is Ramadan such a significant event in the Turkish holiday calendar? Most of us understand the fundamentals. Muslims observe a period of...
The only bicycle race in Turkey that falls under the UCI ProSeries category is organized by the Turkish Bicycle Federation with sponsorship from the Ministry of Youth and Sports and under the Presidency's auspices. There will be 15,898 metres of climbing during the course of the eight-stage, 1,153-kilometre route. It will start on April 27 in Antalya and end on May 4 in İzmir. On Tuesday, April 29,...
During a recent trip to Istanbul with his son Romeo Beckham, former England legend David Beckham met the Beşiktaş women's football squad. The meeting took place in the first week of February; the team members met the Manchester United icon and co-owner of Inter Miami, a Major League Soccer (MLS) team. He gladly signed autographs and posed for pictures. David Beckham used his time in Istanbul to...
Turkey hosts a variety of public and cultural holidays annually, but some dates can shift around when it is a different calendar year. Lets take a look at the Turkish holiday dates set for 2025. During the month of January we have Camel wrestling season. The competitions will be taking place in various arenas around Turkey where the Camels will be dressed in colourful accessories and will endure...
Over 1.8 million tourists visited Northern Cyprus between January and October of 2024, marking a notable increase in tourism. Although Turkish nationals still make up the majority of visitors, the industry has grown as a result of considerable increases in visits from a number of European nations. Numbers of Visitors Increase by 18.6% Tourist who travelled to Northern Cyprus rose 18.6% over the same...
Istanbul Airport is set to make history on April 17th 2025 by becoming the first aviation hub in Europe to launch simultaneous take-off and landing operations on three runways. Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu stated that “We are continuing our works related to the increasing passenger capacity.” He continued “This system, which we will bring to life in our country,...
Turkey is planning on investing over $20 billion in energy efficiency projects by 2030, aiming to achieve significant cost savings and sustainability benefits across key sectors, including buildings, public lighting and industry. A recent announcement by an expert at the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources highlighted the country’s commitment to reducing energy consumption, enhancing...
Situated in the Efeler district of Aydin, the Ancient City of Tralleis, which dates back to the 3rd century BC, is finally due to open to the public this August after undergoing excavation since the year 1996. Aydin Adnan Menderes University Archaeology Department Faculty Member and Excavation Director Prof. Dr Murat Cekilmez will lead a team of 15 archaeologists, 10 technical experts, 30 students and...
Lake Bafa, a vital breeding and wintering ground for 261 bird species, including endangered ones, has seen a remarkable recovery in its water level. Previously, the lake's water level had dropped by about 40 meters (131.23 feet) due to the drought over the summer months. However, recent rainfall has replenished the lake, restoring it to its previous levels and submerging areas where the water had...
The ancient and historic Temple of Apollo is located in south-western Turkey in the Hisar district of Didim in the Aydin province. As one of the best-preserved temples from antiquity, it captivates history enthusiasts and travelers alike. Its remarkable preservation and cultural significance have made it a must-visit destination, drawing an impressive 132,740 visitors in 2024 alone compared to the...