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Some 2,160 oil wrestlers to compete in Kırkpınar through weekend
Turkey's oldest Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling Festival started in the northwestern province of Edirne on July 9 and will continue through the weekend, marking its 660th anniversary.
Some 2,160 wrestlers will compete at a field in Sarayiçi, one of Edirne's most crucial recreational sites.
Traditional Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling competition kicks off in northwest Turkey
The traditional Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling competition, Turkey's longest running sports event, starts this week for a 656th time in the northwestern province of Edirne.
The event is expected to attract local and international tourists from July 14 to July 16.
Traditional Kırkpınar Oir Wrestling competition kicks off in northwest Turkey
The traditional Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling competition, Turkey's longest running sports event, starts this week for a 656th time in the northwestern province of Edirne.
The event is expected to attract local and international tourists from July 14 to July 16.