AnAnadolu Mektebi is a volunteer-based civil reading initiative grounded in the principle of reading, evaluating, and disseminating through panels the works of authors who have contributed to Turkish thought, art, and literature. Launched in 2012 under the leadership of Professor Dr. Sami Güçlü, the program aims to enable students to engage in high-quality reading, develop the ability to express themselves through writing and speech, and grow into well-rounded individuals shaped by national and un
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Beyza Gül Metliler

Library of Congress (Library of Congress), established in 1800 and located in Washington, D.C., is the national library and research institution of the United States. Created to serve the U.S. Congress, it has expanded over time to become the largest library in the world by collection size. The institution houses millions of books, manuscripts, maps, scores, audiovisual materials, and digital resources, providing services to members of Congress, researchers, and the public. Founding and Early Ye
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Fatmanur Mavibaş

The lantern parade is a ceremonial and festive event conducted collectively on specific days and nights such as holidays and celebrations, in which participants walk through public spaces carrying light sources (lanterns, torches, etc.). It is defined as a nocturnal communal activity held to mark occasions related to celebration, commemoration, or the religious-cultural calendar. The lantern parade functions both as a ritual repeated annually at fixed times within local traditions and as an elem
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Meryem Şentürk Çoban

The Presidency of Türkiye is known as a symbol representing the highest office of the Republic. Its design reflects the deep history of the Turkish nation and the modern Türkiye Republic. While symbolizing the continuity of Turkish history from the past to the present, it also emphasizes independence and sovereignty for the future. At its center is a sun representing the Türkiye Republic. The 16 stars surrounding it symbolize the 16 great Turkish states in history. 16 Turkish States Great Hun Em
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Ahsen Karakaş