Saksagan
Mount Bulgurlu
Mount Bulgurlu and Skutari’s Sacred Resting Places
Mount Bulgurlu, towering 850 feet above sea level in Skutari, offers a captivating experience with its panoramic views of the city, the Bosporus, the Sea of Marmora, Thrace’s...
Beylerbey Palace
Glimpse into Ottoman Grandeur
Selim, it is said, changed his mind after three years. Upon learning from the Bostanji-bashi that his son’s sentence had not been carried out, he relented, releasing Suleiman and restoring him...
Clothing and Accessories
Preserving Centuries of Style
Delving into the roots of Ottoman clothing culture, curator Mr. Esat Uluumay highlights the rich history embedded in dresses dating back to as much as 200 years. Despite the challenges of...
Journey of Ottoman Clothing and Accessories
Preserving Cultural Narratives
Clothing and accessories, witnesses to humanity’s evolving journey over centuries, unfold the tales of bygone eras. Serving as a visual narrative of the past, they provide a captivating story for future generations.
Pioneering...
A Glimpse into Anatolia’s Hidden Gem
Exploring the Enigmatic Metropolis
Perge boasts not only houses but also a one-of-a-kind Metropolis, unparalleled in Anatolia. A significant challenge remains unresolved: despite falling within the boundaries of a first-degree archaeological site, this area remains...
Traditional Silk Journey in Milas Village
In Milas Village, a captivating journey unfolds, starting with the ancient art of silk production. Women with years of expertise demonstrate the intricate process, from the silkworm emerging from its cocoon to silk drawing,...
A Hidden Gem in the Aegean Region
Milas, a province often overlooked during travels through the bustling region of Izmir, reveals its hidden beauty when explored off the beaten path. Those who chance upon Milas or learn about it later regret...
Anatolia’s Largest Preserved Hot Spring
Allianoi stands as Anatolia’s most extensive and well-preserved hot spring, housed within a spacious closed area of 70,000 square meters. In 1908, an enthusiastic team of young excavators initiated efforts to uncover the mysteries...
Harran School of Thought
The University of Harran, with roots dating back to the earliest centuries, housed the renowned “Harran School of Thought,” one of the world’s three significant philosophical schools. This esteemed center of learning nurtured numerous...