Ministry of Culture and Tourism

2026 Türkiye Culture Route Festival: Regional Updates

14 clusters · 75 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Kayseri Culture Route Festival concludes with culinary and arts events

The summer 2026 Türkiye Culture Route Festival continues to drive regional engagement and tourism across Nevşehir, Malatya, Erzurum, Ordu, and Kahramanmaraş. In Nevşehir and the Cappadocia region, the program has boosted

Traditional Turkish filography art preservation

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Yasemin Kılınç promotes traditional Turkish filography art

Recent reports highlight the practice and preservation of filography, a traditional Turkish art form involving intricate wire and nail patterns on wood. In Giresun, Arif Yesir has become a self-taught practitioner of t

Preservation of traditional Turkish crafts and heritage

11 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Gaziantep artisans recycle Kutnu fabric scraps into handmade goods

Efforts to preserve traditional Turkish crafts and archaeological legacies are being led by veteran practitioners and new entrepreneurs across various regions. In Eskişehir, jeweler Hüseyin Altay maintains the Sivrihisar

Turkey transport and logistics infrastructure development

12 clusters · 133 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Trabzon New Airport project enters foundation stage

Turkey continues to expand and restructure its transport and logistics infrastructure, focusing on maritime cargo, rail networks, tunnel construction, and new privatization models for strategic assets. In the maritime se

Turkey export and trade expansion

84 clusters · 283 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkey chemical industry targets US and Asian markets amid export growth

Since late May 2026, Turkey’s Ministry of Trade has utilized e-export programmes and AI-driven tools to diversify market access. The “Export to Target Countries” strategy generated $94 billion in exports to 60 designated

Turkish political and local administrative outreach

4 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkish political leaders conduct regional and international visits

Turkish political figures and local administrators continue to engage in regional and international outreach to address community needs, local development, and political processes. In Trabzon, Metropolitan Municipality

Kütahya ceramic and tile art heritage promotion

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Kütahya preserves traditional tile art through master-apprentice and academic training

Kütahya’s ceramic and tile art traditions are receiving increased international and local attention. At an international ceramic festival in Faenza, Italy, artist Arzu Kıvanç represented Kütahya, highlighting the cultura

Kocaeli tourism development and promotion

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Kocaeli tourism development focuses on master plan and four-season growth

Efforts to promote and develop tourism in Kocaeli have transitioned from local cultural initiatives to high-level strategic planning. Initially, the region focused on cultural engagement through the ‘4 Seasons of Kocaeli

Old Skopje Bazaar reconstruction

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Old Skopje Bazaar reconstruction enters final phase

The reconstruction of the Old Skopje Bazaar is entering its final phase. The project covers 1,567 square meters with an investment exceeding 28 million denars. According to Izet Mediti, the Mayor of Chair Municipality,

Historical significance of Akşehir in Turkish War of depepnd

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Akşehir Western Front Headquarters Museum preserves Turkish War of Independence history

The town of Akşehir is recognized for its historical significance during the Turkish War of Independence. Historian Sinan Meydan has described the region as the ‘brain and heart’ of the struggle, noting its role as a vit

Hagia Sophia restoration and conservation

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Hagia Sophia begins structural reinforcement of eastern semi-dome

The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul is a historical monument representing the architectural intersection of Christian and Islamic history. Originally a Byzantine cathedral commissioned by Emperor Justinian I, it was converted i

Turkey cultural heritage and tourism statistics

2 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Turkey cultural heritage assets increase to 130,632

Data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) regarding 2025 cultural heritage statistics shows growth in both tourism and the preservation of historical assets. Total visitors to museums and archaeological s

Preservation challenges for Turkish historical sites

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Galata Bedesteni faces vandalism and neglect in Beyoğlu

Historical sites in Turkey are facing various forms of deterioration and calls for preservation. In Denizli, residents of the İğdir neighborhood are campaigning to save the 1890 Paltaoğlu Mansion from collapse. Although

Historical cemetery and martyrdom restorations in Turkey

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Kırk Kardeşler Cemetery restoration to preserve Seljuk heritage

Various restoration and archaeological projects are being conducted at historical cemetery and martyrdom sites in Turkey. In Afyonkarahisar, students from the İscehisar Hacı Süleyman Selek Vocational and Technical Anato

Cinema events and symposiums in Turkey

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Korkut Ata Turkic World Film Festival returns to Istanbul

Turkey is hosting various cinematic events and academic gatherings focused on both regional identity and international acclaim. In November 2026, Istanbul is set to host the first International Turkic World Korkut Ata C

Solomon Islands tourism and border management

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Solomon Islands implements tourism growth and border reforms

The Solomon Islands is experiencing a recovery in its tourism sector. In 2024, visitor arrivals reached 25,130, which was a 3.3% decrease from the 25,996 visitors recorded in 2023. Returning residents made up 51.5% of ar

Tourism and Infrastructure Development in Turkey

3 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Antalya prepares infrastructure and local cuisine for COP31 summit

Turkey features a variety of historical and natural tourism sites across different regions. In Zonguldak, visitors can explore the Gökgöl Cave, the mythological Cehennemağzı Caves in Ereğli, and the Harmankaya Waterfalls

Growth of immersive cultural tourism in China

4 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: China's cultural tourism sector integrates AI and XR technologies

China is seeing a rise in immersive cultural tourism as travelers increasingly seek emotional and cultural value over traditional sightseeing. To meet this demand, state-backed enterprises and historic cities are revital

Malatya earthquake reconstruction and restoration

9 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Malatya officials inspect earthquake recovery efforts in Akçadağ

Reconstruction and restoration efforts in Malatya following the February 2023 earthquakes continue to progress through the reopening of commercial and cultural sites. In July 2026, the Bakırcılar Market and Şire Pazarı r

Sivas Congress 107th anniversary commemorations

4 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Sivas Congress 107th anniversary commemorated in Beylikdüzü

Commemorations for the 107th anniversary of the Sivas Congress and the Republic continue across Turkey. In Sivas, activities organized by the Governor's Office and the Sivas Municipality have included a massive traditi

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Hikmet Barutçugil discusses the history and evolution of Ebru art

Turkey summer music & cultural festivals 2026

41 clusters · 82 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Turkey Culture Route Festival holds major events in Çanakkale and Kayseri

The Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s nationwide summer programme continued through September 2026, with the Türkiye Culture Route Festival expanding across multiple regions. In Çanakkale, the festival highlighted regio

Turkish student scholarship programs 2026-2027

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Turkish organizations announce university scholarship programs

Various Turkish institutions and organizations are preparing scholarship programs for the 2026-2027 academic year. The General Directorate of Foundations (Vakıflar Genel Müdürlüğü) is planning to provide non-refundable

Labor dispute at Grand Termal Yalova

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Grand Termal workers protest unpaid wages in Yalova

Employees at the Grand Termal Yalova Resort Hotel & SPA in the Termal district of Yalova have launched protests to demand unpaid salaries, severance pay, and other legal entitlements. Workers have occupied their assigned

Cultural and archaeological museum developments in Turkey

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Elazığ Archaeology and Ethnography Museum opens in Turkey

Cultural and archaeological developments in Turkey have been highlighted through new museum initiatives. In August 2026, the Ankara Ethnography Museum launched an exhibition titled ‘Elde Vefa, Gözde Zarafet: Takı Sanatın

Kahramanmaraş earthquake recovery and reconstruction

4 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Kahramanmaraş begins restoration of Çiftaslan Mansion and Castle

In early August 2026, a minor magnitude-3.7 earthquake struck the Göksun district of Kahramanmaraş. While the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) reported no casualties or structural damage from this speci

Turkey Culture Route Festival in Çanakkale

2 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: YÖK investigates 23 foundation universities over tuition hikes

The 16th stop of the Turkey Culture Route Festival was scheduled to take place in Çanakkale from August 29 to September 6, 2026. The nine-day program was designed to highlight the city’s historical and cultural heritage

Troy and Rome archaeological and cultural developments

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Troy excavations reveal Roman-era streets and Bronze Age structures

Cultural and archaeological activities related to the history of Troy and Rome have seen significant developments. An exhibition titled “Troy and Rome: Myths, Legends, and Stories of the Ancient Mediterranean” at the Col

M-NAV leadership appointment in North Macedonia

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: NAV appoints Mónika Rózsáné Sádt as new president

Tatjana Boškov, an economist and professor at Goce Delcev University, was elected as the Chairwoman of the Supervisory Board of M-NAV AD Skopje, the national air navigation service provider for North Macedonia. Effective

Roman era archaeological discoveries in Turkey

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Archaeological discoveries in Smyrna and Adramytteion reveal Roman era details

Archaeological excavations in Turkey have uncovered several significant Roman-era structures and artifacts across different regions. In the Sultanhisar district of Aydın, researchers working on the ‘Heritage for the Fut