CULTURE & LIFESTYLE

ramadan in Turkey

RAMADAN IN TURKEY

Ramadan is known as Ramazan in Turkey, and it is one of the most important times of the year for Muslims. It is a time for fasting, prayer and reflection, where many abstain from pleasures and dedicate time to worship. If you are in Fethiye during Ramadan, here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about this holy month including the current restrictions in place during the...

Children's Day in Turkey

NATIONAL SOVEREIGNTY DAY & CHILDREN’S DAY IN TURKEY

National Sovereignty and Children's Day is a public holiday in Turkey, celebrated each year on April 23rd. Government offices, banks, and many businesses are closed, and the kids from local schools put on special performances in halls and town squares across the country to mark the occasion. Celebrating 100 years since the first gathering of the Grand National Assembly. April 23rd is an important day in...

Turkish evil eye

TURKISH EVIL EYE BEADS AND OTHER GOOD LUCK SYMBOLS.

We could all do with some good luck right now. Superstitious or not, it could be the right time to dig out those lucky charms - you never know, they may help fight off illness and give the world a well-needed boost of health and happiness. The Turkish Evil Eye Bead (Nazar Boncuğu) Most people familiar with Turkey will have seen the Nazar Boncuğu (evil eye beads). These beautiful bright blue and white...

Turkish board games

TURKISH BOARD GAMES YOU CAN PLAY AT HOME

Keeping yourself occupied is especially relevant right now as we are confined to our homes and socially distancing. Netflix, video games and tablets are all well and good, but if you love Turkey and you're after something different to do, why not try and master a few traditional Turkish board games? Here’s a lowdown on a few of the most popular. Traditional Turkish board games you can play at...

THINGS TO DO IN HISARONU WITH KIDS

Romantic meals in atmospheric restaurants, strolling leisurely around the shops and soaking up the history at a local site is easy when in the company of adults. But mix kids into the equation and these luxuries can quickly develop a chorus of "I'm not going there!", "Mummy, do we have to?', or "I'm not eating that!". So, without plugging your kids into their iPads or depositing them at the kids club, is...

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