Kurban Bayramı (Feast of Sacrifice)
Kurban Bayramı (Feast of Sacrifice), which occurs 70 days after the end of Ramazan, is a spectacular day of slaughter and feasting...
Unique Turkish Phrases – a saying for every occasion (part two)
Following on from our first article on unique Turkish phrases and idioms, here are more phrases that Turks use in daily life that...
Kuş dili – whistle language of Black Sea is now a University course
Ever wondered how one can whistle his or her way to communicate with others, without uttering a single word? A university in northern Turkey...
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.
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 it’s own...
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 83 years ago...
Turkish street food: the simit
You'll never be out, about and hungry for long in Turkey. There are plenty of street vendors selling a variety of snack...
Ramazan Bayramı – the end of Ramazan
Ramazan Bayramı
The end of Ramazan is celebrated with a holiday. It starts at sunset on the last day...
All about Ramazan
Ramazan (Ramadan) is the holy month of Islam. In this period the holy book Quran was sent to Muhammed. And in the...
Fethiye celebrates National Sovereignty and Children’s Day
The 23rd of April is a unique and a very special international celebration. The founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, dedicated...
Akrones – where you can refresh your soul and body
Renowned for its thermal spas and mud baths, Afyonkarahisar is a miraculous place where you can find curative waters for any illness.
