Ramazan Bayramı – the sweetest holiday of all
Next week sees the end of the holy month of Ramadan - Eid-al-Fitr. In Turkey, Eid is known as Ramazan Bayramı and...
All about the holy month of Ramazan 2022
Ramadan, known as Ramazan in Turkey, is the holy month of Islam. It is believed that the Quran - the Islamic holy...
The fascinating culture of Wishing Trees
A Wishing Tree is an individual tree that has been chosen specifically and is used as an object of wishes and offerings....
Tesbih – Islamic prayer beads
When you visit Turkey you are certain to notice that the men always seem to have a string of beads in their...
A Turkish ‘Christmas’ – celebrating ‘Noel’ on New Year’s Eve
On 25th December festivities take place all over the world to celebrate Christmas. Families and friends come together, gifts are exchanged, mistletoe...
Turkey: Did you know?
Turkey is much more than just a holiday destination. It has a rich, diverse culture and history, beautiful landscapes and cuisine that will...
Turkish surnames – a look behind the names
When you think that in England surnames have been used since the 11th century, it is amazing that until 87 years ago...
The Saz – a single instrument that represents Turkish folk music
Music has existed for as long as mankind has found its voice, and quite possibly before. Every culture of the world has...
Folk dancing – part of the tradition of a particular people or area
If belly dancing is the only dance form you associate with Turkey, you must prepare yourself for a surprise.
Zafer Bayramı (Victory Day) – a day of National pride
Zafer Bayramı (Victory Day)
Every nation has days of special significance.
For Türkiye, one of the...
Oceanwide Properties: Stunning Mountain View Apartment in Ovacık – £170,000
Oceanwide Properties are delighted to offer this stunning mountain view apartment located in the Fethiye area of Ovacık.
