Bosphorus
Turkish-German dialogue celebrated with art
This year, Berlin hosts an exclusive exhibition for the commemoration of the 60th anniversary for celebrating the Germany and Turkey dialogue.
The occasion is the 60th anniversary of the recruitment agreement between Germany and Turkey as a central commemorative date for social diversity and the 10th anniversary of the artist residency program on the Bosporus.
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Much-awaited Beyoğlu Cultural Road Festival to kick off soon
The Beyoğlu Cultural Road Festival will be held between Oct. 29 and Nov. 14. At a recent meeting held at Galataport, Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy has said that the festival will be held twice a year in the spring and the fall seasons.
Rental house prices increased most along shores of Istanbul’s Bosphorus
A new report shows that the average rent increase in Istanbul has been lingering around 60 percent, while the difference reached 90 percent in some districts, especially in neighborhoods along the Bosphorus Strait and areas with mass housing.
Swordfish caught in Istanbul Strait after 50 years
Fishermen have caught a swordfish in Istanbul's Bosphorus Strait after approximately half a century since it was last seen in Turkish waters.
"It is good news to learn that an endangered species is seen in Istanbul Strait," Nuray Erkan, a professor from Istanbul University's Hydrology Faculty, told the daily Milliyet on Oct. 15.
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Squirrels of Emirgan Woods draw visitors' attention
Squirrels residing in Istanbul's famous Emirgan Woods attract visitors' attention. (AA Photo)
Young artists gather under roof of BASE
BASE, an exhibition event featuring works by new graduates of fine arts faculties, will bring together newly graduated young artists from all over Turkey with art lovers under the same roof in Istanbul.
The fifth edition of BASE will be organized at Istanbul's Tophane-i Amire between Sept. 29 Sept. and Oct. 3.
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Man stuck in historic cannon rescued by firefighters
A local man who got stuck inside a historic cannon he entered for a photo was rescued by emergency teams, getting what he wants eventually in an unusual way: Lots of photos taken while he was in a cannon.
Student protest on housing issue continues to expand
A movement started by a group of students to draw attention to the sky-high dormitory and rental apartment costs across the country, especially in the Turkish metropolis of Istanbul, continues to expand with more and more students becoming a part of it.
Restoration begins at Maiden’s Tower
In a bid to revive Istanbul's iconic Maiden's Tower, the Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry has initiated a restoration project titled "The Maiden's Tower Opens Its Eyes Again."
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Motocross legend crosses Istanbul Strait on specially designed bike
A world-famous motocross rider has crossed the European side of the Istanbul strait reaching the Asian side in 1.5 minutes by riding a specially designed bike on the Marmara Sea for an ice-cream advertisement.
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"It was an unusual experience. Thanks to all who gave me this opportunity," legendary bike-rider Robbie Maddison said at a press conference on Aug. 25.