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Pavli Panayırı cultural fair in Pehlivanköy

Overview

The 116th Pavli Panayırı, a historic livestock and commodity fair in the Pehlivanköy district of Kırklareli, commenced with an opening ceremony featuring military bands and folk dance groups. The event, which dates back to the Ottoman era, is characterized by the tradition of visitors sleeping in tractor trailers.

By the conclusion of the four-day event, an estimated 400,000 visitors attended, marking an increase in attendance compared to the previous year. The high volume of people caused significant traffic congestion on local roads during the final day.

Entities

Pehlivanköy · Pavli Panayırı · Gündüz Hoşgör · Kırklareli · Uğur Turan

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 3 SOURCES] Pehlivanköy Mayor Gündüz Hoşgör estimated that over 400,000 guests attended the fair this year. www.karsmanset.com · www.sondakika.com · www.yenisafak.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The Pavli Fair is in its 116th year of operation. www.karsmanset.com · www.sondakika.com · www.yenisafak.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The fair's origins trace back to a decree by Sultan Abdulhamid II. www.karsmanset.com · www.sondakika.com · www.yenisafak.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The event lasted for four days. www.karsmanset.com · www.sondakika.com · www.yenisafak.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Pehlivanköy has a population of approximately 1,700 people. www.karsmanset.com · www.sondakika.com · www.yenisafak.com

Timeline

5 days ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Pehlivanköy hosts 400,000 visitors for 116th Pavli Fair
The 116th Pavli Fair in Pehlivanköy, Kırklareli, attracted over 400,000 visitors to the small district during its four-day event.
8 days ago

[CULTURE] 4 sources
Pehlivanköy hosts 116th Pavli Panayırı cultural fair
The 116th Pavli Panayırı, a historic fair dating back to 1910, has opened in Pehlivanköy, Kırklareli, featuring traditional festivities and unique overnight stays in tractor trailers.

Sources

haber1.com · karsmanset.com · medyagazete.com · safakgazete.com · sondakika.com · yenisafak.com