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Stray Animals in Istanbul: A City of Cats and Dogs
Istanbul, a vibrant city on two continents, is home to not just millions of people but also hundreds of thousands...
Most Visited City Globally in 2023: Istanbul
Istanbul Conquers Hearts (and Charts!): Istanbul has become the most visited city by international visitors in 2023.
Turkey Changes Name to “Türkiye”
Turkey officially changed its name to "Türkiye" in June 2022. This change was part of a broader campaign initiated by...
Refugees in Turkey
Understanding Türkiye's complicated relationship with refugees offers a more complete picture of the country, transcending the stereotypes.
Istanbul Jazz Festival 2025
Get ready for an extraordinary celebration of music as the 34th Akbank Jazz Festival illuminates Istanbul from July 3rd to...
Hagia Sophia History & Experience Museum
The Hagia Sophia History Museum serves as a unique visual narrative experience for those keen on immersing themselves in the...
Turkish economy in shambles
The value of 1 Euro has increased from 3 to 35 Turkish Lira, which is a staggering 12 times higher!...
Is it safe to travel to Turkey in 2025?
With two wars happening in the region and steep inflation, let's answer whether it's actually safe to travel to Turkey...
Bosphorus Cross Continental Swim
Istanbul hosts a 34-year event where athletes from around the world swim across two continents: Bosphorus Cross Continental Swimming Race.
Unspoken Facts about Turkey 2025
Unspoken facts about Turkey that reveal unpleasant facts about my beautiful, enigmatic country without any sugar-coating, updated for 2025.
