Hıdırellez – Turkey’s spring festival
Hıdırellez is regarded as one of the most important seasonal festivals in both Turkey and parts of the Middle East.
The History of Auld Lang Syne
In 1788 Robert Burns sent the poem ‘Auld Lang Syne’ to the Scots Musical Museum, indicating that it was an ancient song...
Ramazan Bayramı – a subdued Eid under curfew
Ramazan Bayramı (Eid al-Fitr)
The end of Ramazan is celebrated with a holiday. It starts at sunset on the...
A Turkish bath – the real way to relax
No trip to Fethiye is complete without a visit to a Turkish bath or Hamam, so set aside any prudishness you may have...
All about Ramazan 2021
Muslims to observe the holy month of Ramadan under certain restrictions due to pandemic
Muslims in Turkey are gearing...
World Octopus Day – 8th October 2016
As the name suggests, World Octopus Day celebrates one of the most distinctive creatures living on the planet today; the octopus.
Found worldwide in the...
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....
The distinctive sound of the ezan
Turkey is a country that needs to be experienced with all of the senses. Visitors to Fethiye are drawn by photographs of the beautiful,...
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...
The Turkish Love Of Mobile Technology Revealed
If you’ve been resident in Turkey for any time at all, you can’t have failed to notice the Turkish passion for mobile technology.
The cell...
Turkey Homes Property of the Month: new traditional 3-bed villa with panoramic...
Turkey Homes are pleased to offer this new traditional villa tranquilly located in the rural village of Kadıköy on the outskirts of...
