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Art & Culture
Celebrating the Legacy of Mevlana Rumi: Sema Performance and Calligraphy Exhibition in New York
Honoring 751 Years of Mevlana Rumi’s Legacy The 751st anniversary of the death of the Sufi philosopher Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi…
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Islamic History
The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque: A Monument of Art, Architecture, and History
The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, one of the most visited structures in the world, stands as a leading monument in…
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Art & Culture
World Turkish Coffee Day: How Turkish coffee unites cultures
Turkish coffee, with its captivating aroma filling homes, offices, cafes and streets, is an integral part of Turkish traditions. It…
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Islamic History
Nur (نور): The Light That Illuminates Ottoman Heritage and Islamic Culture
The word Nur (نور), meaning “light” in Arabic, holds profound significance in Islamic traditions and Ottoman heritage. It symbolizes divine…
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Art & Culture
Hagia Sophia Mosque Undergoes Historic Restoration
The Ayasofya-i Kebir Camii Sherifi (Hagia Sophia Mosque), a 1,500-year-old iconic masterpiece in Istanbul, continues to undergo one of the…
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Art & Culture
9,000-year-old history behind focaccia: From Türkiye to Italy
A groundbreaking study reveals that Neolithic communities in the Fertile Crescent, particularly in regions now part of modern-day Türkiye, developed…
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Art & Culture
The Rise of Coffee and Coffeehouses in the Ottoman Empire
The Role of Coffee and Coffeehouses in Shaping Ottoman Social Life The popularity of coffee in Ottoman lands dates back…
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Art & Culture
Napoleon’s Favorite: The History of Turkish Delight
The Timeless Sweetness of Turkish Delight: A Global Favorite For centuries, Turkish Delight has been a sweet treat enjoyed alongside…
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Art & Culture
Türkiye’s Oscar nominee ‘Hayat’ shines at Paris premiere
Türkiye’s contender for the 2025 Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category, “Hayat” (Life), directed by acclaimed filmmaker…
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Art & Culture
Göbeklitepe – The World’s Oldest Temple and Archaeological Marve
The outstanding 12,000-year-old Göbeklitepe complex, located 15 kilometers (9.32 miles) from Turkey’s southeastern city of Şanlıurfa, is the oldest temple…
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