It is not possible to visit Türkiye and not fall in love with cats. Cats in Türkiye are loved, rather pampered. Perhaps, the cats in Türkiye consider it their divine right to be loved and pampered. ///nCa, 14 October 2024
Izmir Fam Trip – Part #6: A city that calls you back – Izmir offers diverse tourism experiences
Elvira Kadyrova Our group of Turkmen journalists concluded our press tour with a day in the vibrant city of Izmir. Kordon – love at first sight I spent the morning exploring the iconic Kordon, Izmir’s seaside promenade. This stunning stretch of coastline, overlooking the Aegean Sea, seamlessly blends historical landmarks, modern amenities, and a unique […]
Izmir Fam Trip – Part #5: Köstem Olive Oil Museum in Urla – A Journey Through Olive Oil History
Elvira Kadyrova Olive oil, a cornerstone of Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, has seen a surge in popularity worldwide, including in Turkmenistan. This growing demand is fueled by a global shift towards healthier eating habits. For journalists from Turkmenistan, a visit to the Köstem Olive Oil Production Museum in Urla was a highlight of our Izmir […]
Izmir Fam Trip – Part #4: Ephesus – Touching Ancient Civilizations – One Day in the Life of an Ephesian
Elvira Kadyrova One of the highlights of our press delegation’s visit to Türkiye was the legendary open-air museum city of Ephesus. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015, Ephesus held particular interest for us Turkmen journalists, given our country’s own UNESCO-listed ancient Parthian city of Nisa. Both Ephesus and Nisa were significant parts of […]
Izmir Fam Trip – Part #2: Discover Alaçatı’s Magic
Elvira Kadyrova “Alaçatı is a fairy tale brought to life! That’s what our guide, Ms. Banu, promised us as we journeyed to this picturesque village near Izmir. Yet, what we discovered surpassed even our expectations… Nestled in the Çeşme district, Alaçatı is a charming tourist village located just an hour’s drive from Izmir’s Adnan Menderes […]
Izmir Fam Trip – Part #1: Izmir: Where Kindness Reigns
Elvira Kadyrova For our press delegation from Turkmenistan, our introduction to Izmir (and Türkiye as a whole for me personally) began with a memorable meeting with our guide, Ms. Banu Baran. Defying the expectations of official attitude, Banu greeted us with genuine warmth and enthusiasm, literally embracing us and exclaiming, ‘How beautiful and lively you […]