Istanbul plants over 3 million tulips for annual festival

Istanbul plants millions of tulips every spring, a reminder of the flower's origins far from the Netherlands.
Anadolu Ajansi

Tombs and traditions: How Istanbul's burial grounds weave together Türkiye's largest city

While abroad, renowned Turkish poet Yahya Kemal was once asked a seemingly simple question: “What is Türkiye’s population?” His response was a figure so high that those around him were taken aback.
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What it takes to live out of a van in Istanbul

The video documents the departure from an Istanbul car park after 95 days of stationary van life in Turkey. It reflects on ...
PBS

Now Hear This – “The Call of Istanbul”

With a host of Turkish musicians, Scott Yoo explores the city. Istanbul sits at the crossroads of Asia and Europe, a melting pot of diverse peoples, languages and ideas. With star Turkish pianist ...

Imamoglu secures second municipal term in Istanbul after a vote that dealt a major blow to Erdogan

Turkey's main opposition party retained its control over key cities and made huge gains elsewhere in Sunday's local elections ...
Daily Sabah

Istanbul derby looms as Galatasaray lead faces Fenerbahçe test

The archrivals gear up for a high-stakes Istanbul derby that could decide the Süper Lig crown, with the leaders clinging to a ...
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How to see Istanbul’s big three in a day

If you’re short on time in Istanbul, you can still experience the city’s most iconic landmarks in a single, well-planned day. Start early at Hagia Sophia, wander the shadowy Basilica Cistern, and ...
Anadolu Agency

Istanbul Park to host high-profile races over 5 seasons between 2027 and 2031: Turkish president

Turkish Grand Prix to return after 6-year hiatus, reviving motorsport excitement in Türkiye; Erdogan says partnership with ...