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At the Yunus Emre Institute, we build cultural bridges by sharing #TurkishCulture with the world through unique events and experiences.

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🧑‍🎨 👩‍🎨 In collaboration between our Institute and the University of Fine Arts of Tirana, an unforgettable workshop was held to promote and practice Ebru (paper marbling) and Kat’ı (paper cutting) - two of the finest examples of our traditional arts. ✨ #YunusEmreEnstitüsü

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🇹🇷🎬 Türkiye bids farewell to one of Yeşilçam’s legendary actors, Engin Çağlar. 🌹 Known for his unforgettable performances in the golden era of Turkish cinema, Çağlar leaves behind a legacy of grace, talent, and cinematic history that continues to inspire generations. 🎞️✨ -

🇹🇷🎬 Türkiye bids farewell to one of Yeşilçam’s legendary actors, Engin Çağlar. 🌹 Known for his unforgettable performances in the golden era of Turkish cinema, Çağlar leaves behind a legacy of grace, talent, and cinematic history that continues to inspire generations. 🎞️✨

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Last night in Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia, the play “The Blind” was performed❗️ 🎭 Organized in collaboration with the Skopje Yunus Emre Institute and the Skopje Turkish Theater, the play “The Blind,” adapted from Maurice Maeterlinck’s work of the same name and

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🇹🇷📜 The world’s largest handwritten Mus’haf was created in Istanbul! 🕌✨ Crafted by 33 calligraphers over four years, this monumental work reflects both spiritual devotion and the timeless mastery of Islamic art. Each page of the Mus’haf, written with traditional techniques and

🇹🇷📜 The world’s largest handwritten Mus’haf was created in Istanbul! 🕌✨ Crafted by 33 calligraphers over four years, this monumental work reflects both spiritual devotion and the timeless mastery of Islamic art. Each page of the Mus’haf, written with traditional techniques and
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The World Tales Series prepared by the Yunus Emre Institute continues its intercultural journey in the new episode with the story “The Wolf and the Farmer.” ✨ 🎥 YouTube: youtu.be/LxfGN_hz9tU?si… Stay tuned so you don’t miss the upcoming episodes! #DünyaMasallarıSerisi

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🇹🇷📖 Kahramanmaraş has been named Türkiye’s first UNESCO City of Literature! 🏛️✨ With its deep-rooted poetic tradition and as the birthplace of many of Türkiye’s renowned writers, the city now joins UNESCO’s global Creative Cities Network 👉 celebrating words, culture, and

🇹🇷📖 Kahramanmaraş has been named Türkiye’s first UNESCO City of Literature! 🏛️✨ With its deep-rooted poetic tradition and as the birthplace of many of Türkiye’s renowned writers, the city now joins UNESCO’s global Creative Cities Network 👉 celebrating words, culture, and
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The Yunus Emre Institute will operate in 12 Latin American countries by 2026. In an interview with Muhammet Tarhan from Anadolu Agency, our President, Prof. Dr. Abdurrahman Aliy, emphasized the growing global interest in the Turkish language and culture. He stated that the

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🇹🇷🍽️ The beloved dish of Edirne, “tencere köftesi,” is on its way to receiving geographical indication status! 🥘🌿 This local specialty, prepared with carefully selected ingredients and slow-cooked to perfection, reflects the city’s deep culinary heritage and rich gastronomic

🇹🇷🍽️ The beloved dish of Edirne, “tencere köftesi,” is on its way to receiving geographical indication status! 🥘🌿 This local specialty, prepared with carefully selected ingredients and slow-cooked to perfection, reflects the city’s deep culinary heritage and rich gastronomic
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Tonight we opened Hiç: In Pursuit of Nothingness. 🖊️🖼️ Honoured to host Ambassador Osman Koray Ertaş Türkiye in the UK, who delivered the opening remarks for this month-long exploration of silence, humility, and the Sufi idea of “Hiç” — nothingness. Curated by Nagihan Seymour, the

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🇹🇷🏺 Turkish archaeologist and academic Fahri Işık has been honored by Türkiye’s President for his lifelong contributions to archaeology and history. 🏛️📜 Renowned for his work in ancient Anatolian civilizations, Işık’s dedication has helped preserve and interpret Türkiye’s

🇹🇷🏺 Turkish archaeologist and academic Fahri Işık has been honored by Türkiye’s President for his lifelong contributions to archaeology and history. 🏛️📜 Renowned for his work in ancient Anatolian civilizations, Işık’s dedication has helped preserve and interpret Türkiye’s
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📸✨ “From Byzantium to the Ottomans: The Timeless Journey of Hagia Sophia” At our Cairo Yunus Emre Institute, Prof. Dr. Abdullah Attiya delivered a conference on the historical journey of Hagia Sophia, followed by a photo exhibition that drew great interest from visitors.

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🇹🇷🫒 Türkiye’s Milas region brings its ancient olive heritage to life at the Euromos Harvest Festival! 🌿✨ Celebrating centuries of olive cultivation, the festival blends tradition, sustainability, and community spirit among the ruins of ancient Euromos. Visitors experience a

🇹🇷🫒 Türkiye’s Milas region brings its ancient olive heritage to life at the Euromos Harvest Festival! 🌿✨ Celebrating centuries of olive cultivation, the festival blends tradition, sustainability, and community spirit among the ruins of ancient Euromos. Visitors experience a
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We commemorate Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of our Republic, with respect, gratitude, and longing on the 87th anniversary of his passing. #10Kasım #MustafaKemalAtatürk

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🇹🇷🏺 The Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum has welcomed nearly 1.8 million visitors in its first decade! 🌍✨ Home to the artifacts of Göbeklitepe : the world’s oldest known temple 🏛️ the museum stands as a global center of archaeology, shedding light on humanity’s earliest

🇹🇷🏺 The Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum has welcomed nearly 1.8 million visitors in its first decade! 🌍✨ Home to the artifacts of Göbeklitepe : the world’s oldest known temple 🏛️ the museum stands as a global center of archaeology, shedding light on humanity’s earliest
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Emrah Boylu, Head of the Turkish Language Teaching Department at the Yunus Emre Institute, shared the Institute’s new-term vision and plans for Turkish language education during the session “Education Abroad, Schools, BAOKK, and Turkish Language and Culture

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🇹🇷⏰ One of the world’s rarest clock collections is now on display at Topkapı Palace! 🕰️✨ Featuring masterpieces from Ottoman, European, and Far Eastern craftsmanship, the exhibition showcases the artistry and precision that once graced the halls of the Ottoman court, blending

🇹🇷⏰ One of the world’s rarest clock collections is now on display at Topkapı Palace! 🕰️✨ Featuring masterpieces from Ottoman, European, and Far Eastern craftsmanship, the exhibition showcases the artistry and precision that once graced the halls of the Ottoman court, blending
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A warm and productive meeting with the Special Assistant to the President for Art, Culture & the Creative Economy, Mr. Ayomide Adeagbo, discussing future cooperation in culture, arts & tourism and joint initiatives for 2026. We appreciate his kind attention and collaboration.