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The İmren Erşen Oya Museum holds the distinction of being the first museum in Turkey and in the world dedicated solely to the art of oya (lace/needlework). The museum was opened to visitors on June 3, 2022, in the historical Odunpazarı region of Eskişehir. Its founding purpose is to pass on the traditional handicraft of Anatolian women, oya, to future generations by preserving its cultural, aesthetic, and symbolic values. Founder: İmren Erşen Born in Berlin in 1939, İmren Erşen graduated from An

Bünyan Hand-Woven Carpet (Bünyan El Halısı) is a type of carpet woven using traditional methods in the Bünyan district of Kayseri province and registered with a "designation of origin". As one of the important representatives of the carpet weaving tradition in Turkey, the Bünyan carpet stands out with its technical characteristics, cultural origin, and unique pattern structure. In Bünyan, carpet weaving is kept alive both as an economic activity and a cultural heritage. History The origins of Bü

Bir Aşk Kütüğü Yaktık (We Set Fire to a Log of Love) is a work by Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kara that compiles articles, essays, and studies that shed light on the history of Turkish Sufism. It was published in October 2023 as part of Dergâh Publications' Contemporary Islamic Thought series. Subject The book examines the development of Sufi culture in Istanbul and Bursa through the symbolism of the expression "we set fire to a log of love, and threw it over Anatolia," which refers to the mission of Abdu

Sinop Aslantorunlar Ethnography Museum is an ethnography museum located in Aslantorunlar Mansion, which is an important example of 19th century Ottoman residential architecture. The museum was opened to visitors in 2007 and displays ethnographic works that reflect traditional Sinop lifestyle. History The museum was established by restoring a mansion built in the last quarter of the 19th century, which was donated by the Aslantorunlar family, after whom the museum is named. The building was conve

The Meeting of Hearts with God (Kalplerin Allah ile Buluşması) is a treatise that addresses Sufi and theological topics within Islamic intellectual history. The work was written by Abdüllatîf Kudsî and published by Dergâh Publications in 2025. The book describes the historical development of the Sufi tradition in Anatolia and the disciplined framework of the sheikh-murid relationship. Subject The work particularly examines the spread of the Zeyniyye order in Anatolia. It narrates the influence o

The Spiritual Architects of Erzurum (Erzurum’un Manevî Mimarları) is an analytical work authored by M. Sıtkı Aras. Published by Dergâh Yayınları as part of its "Erzurum Library" series, it examines the cultural and spiritual heritage of the city of Erzurum through the prominent figures who have endowed it with its identity. The book aims to reveal, through these spiritual architects, how Erzurum, known as the "Belde-i Tayyibe" (The Good City), has maintained cultural continuity and resilience in

“Reha” is a long-unpublished novel by Nurettin Topçu (1909-1975), a prominent figure in Turkish intellectual and educational life, which he authored between 1926 and 1936. The work was prepared for publication by Ezel Erverdi and İsmail Kara after Topçu's death and subsequently released to the public. Published as part of Dergâh Yayınları's "Turkish Literature" series, the novel is considered a key source that sheds light on the early phase of Topçu’s intellectual development. First published in

Güllübahçe Cloth Dolls are traditional handmade fabric toys produced entirely by hand in Güllübahçe Neighborhood of Söke district, Aydın province, Türkiye. Reflecting the area’s cultural identity, these dolls were registered as a Protected Geographical Indication under Law No. 6769 on Industrial Property on September 4, 2025, through the Söke Commodity Exchange. Description and Distinctive Features Güllübahçe Cloth Dolls are crafted from local fabrics and natural stuffing materials. Each doll in

Sarıveliler traditional clothing is a conventional attire for women unique to the Sarıveliler district of Karaman province, shaped within a historical and cultural context. These garments were registered as a trademark of origin under Industrial Property Law No. 6769 and are produced exclusively within Sarıveliler, reflecting the cultural memory of the local community. Historical Background Sarıveliler, formerly known as Başdere, is documented as a settlement as early as the 14th century. Record

The Sini Çıkarma tradition is an integral part of wedding ceremonies in Sevinçler Mahallesi, Demirci district of Manisa, embodying both social solidarity and festive entertainment. This centuries-old custom transforms the wedding morning into a lively communal celebration, involving the entire neighborhood. Structure and Process of the Ceremony On the morning of the wedding, local youths unfurl a Turkish flag and, accompanied by drum and zurna music, visit the groom’s relatives at their homes. D