Unlocking Adana’s Tourism Potential
Insights from Nesrin Gokhan, Owner of Next Tour Tourism and Travel Agency
“Adana, with its rich history, is a region where significant civilizations have thrived...
Shaping Adana’s Tourism Landscape
Insights from Erol Altun, Aqualand Director, and the General Manager of Seyhan Hotel
A Catalyst for Regional Tourism
“In ’98, the region lacked tourism investments, not...
The Golden Age of Calligraphy
17th Century Marvels
In the 17th century, calligraphy reached its zenith, not only elevating Ottoman art but also permeating beyond palace confines to cultivate aesthetic...
Calligraphy The Dance of Pen and Ink
Calligraphy The Dance of Pen and Ink
In a historical encounter, Sheikh Hamdullah meets Beyazid II, then the governor of Amasya, and is tasked with...
Enchanting Sanliurfa
City of Inns and Markets
Sanliurfa holds the distinction of being the Turkish city with the highest number of inns and covered markets, known for...
Distinctive Symbols on Ottoman Tombstones
Exploring the Meaning Behind Engravings
Symbolic Trees Life and Immortality
The foot sahides of Ottoman tombstones often feature engravings of trees. Prominent among these are roses,...
Ottoman Tombstone Symbols
Turkish Graveyard Traditions through the Ages
Evolution of Tombstone Art
The tradition of planting gravestones in Turkish graveyards dates back to ancient times. Initially serving the...
Preserving Troy’s Heritage
“Dus ve Gercek Troia”
Exhibition Overview
“Dus ve Gergek Troia” unfolds across 486 pages, presenting a monumental collection of Troy artifacts sourced from various museums in...
Castle Guardianship
There isn’t even any tavern, and places serving zythum don’t exist either. The inhabitants engage in fishing, castle guardianship, and boat rowing. The hills...
