Istanbul

A trip down memory lane: Inside one of Europe's biggest antiques markets

Tucked away in a nondescript 5-story building in Istanbul’s historical Fatih district, Horhor Antikacilar Carsisi is home to more than 200 shops.

Belgian artist addresses colonialism through the use of insect wing cases

Belgian visual artist, theatre artist and author Jan Fabre’s exhibition “Purity on its Knees”, based on his “Tribute to the Belgian Congo” series, is on view at Istanbul’s Pilevneli Gallery.

Turkey’s first contemporary art museum celebrates 20 years

Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art, a small private museum located in Istanbul’s Maslak district offers a respite from the office spaces that surround it.

Turkey launches indigenous frigate in show of navy power

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Turkey will launch five major projects in the coming five years that will take its navy to a "very strong" position.

Sixth triennial Islamic calligraphy contest highlights classical art form

Albaraka Turk bank organises a global competition to help preserve the art for future generations and increase public awareness and appreciation for the intricate form

Uber makes a comeback in Turkey amid fear and hope

Foes turn friends as the ride-hailing giant readies itself to work with yellow cab drivers.

Azerbaijan's win brings new opportunities for peace in region - Erdogan

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in a phone call with his Azerbaijani counterpart Ilham Aliyev reiterated that Ankara's support and cooperation for Baku will continue in all areas.

Erdogan: Foreign dictation on defence industry unacceptable

Last month, the United States imposed sanctions on Turkey’s defence industry chief and others over Ankara’s acquisition of S-400 missile defence systems from Russia, a move that Turkey called a “grave mistake.”

Roomful of wonders: Observing the 500th death anniversary of Seyh Hamdullah

The late industrialist and collector Sakip Sabanci’s renowned calligraphy collection contains numerous outstanding works by the Ottoman calligrapher Seyh Hamdullah, who is commemorated with an exhibition on the 500th anniversary of his death.

Is Istanbul’s unique seaside mosque set to lose its defining feature?

The city municipality has re-started construction of a pedestrian walkway by Semsi Pasa Mosque, years after public outcry had halted it. Here’s what Istanbullites have to say about the project.

I Am Still Alive!: Self portraiture in the time of the coronavirus

The small exhibition at Bozlu Art Project in Istanbul delights with its architecture and the works displayed within.

Turkish WhatsApp users quit app as demand spikes for other options

Demand surges for Signal and Telegram messaging apps in the country following WhatsApp's new data sharing policy that has ignited privacy concerns. Meanwhile, Turkish Presidency and Defense Ministry have moved their accounts to BiP, a Turkish app.