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Karakucak Güreşi Karakucak güreşi is a form of wrestling practiced within the historical sporting tradition of the Turks, performed without oil and entirely while standing. This style of wrestling, practiced for many years across various regions of Türkiye, is regarded as one of the essential elements of traditional sports culture. Today, Karakucak güreşi is recognized as a sportive and cultural practice falling under the category of intangible cultural heritage. Historical Background The origin

The 954th anniversary commemorations of the Battle of Manzikert were held as memorial events in the district of Ahlat in Bitlis and the district of Malazgirt in Muş between 22 and 26 August 2025. These celebrations were organized in commemoration of the Battle of Manzikert, won by the Seljuks against the Byzantine Empire in 1071, under the patronage of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye and led by the Okçular Foundation. The central venues for the celebrations were designated as Recep Tay

The World Ethnosports Confederation was established in Istanbul in 2015 as an international organization dedicated to the preservation, development, and promotion of traditional sports on a global scale. The primary aim of founding the World Ethnosports Confederation is to address the gradual disappearance of traditional sports, which have been overshadowed by the widespread popularity of contemporary sports. EthnoSports Event Drawn with Artificial Intelligence " image-alternate="" image-element

Rahvan riding is a traditional equestrian style based on the rahvan gait, a smooth and rhythmic movement in which the horse moves both legs on the same side simultaneously. This gait provides comfort to the rider and enables the horse to cover long distances with less energy expenditure. In Turkish culture, rahvan riding has persisted for centuries across Anatolia as a means of transportation, sport, and recreation. Characteristics of the Rahvan Gait The rahvan gait involves the simultaneous mov

The Gazi Race is a prestigious horse racing event held continuously since 1927 in honor of Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Türkiye. The 100th Gazi Race, marking the centenary of this important tradition, will take place on Sunday, 28 June at 17:15 at the Veliefendi Hippodrome in Istanbul. Recognized as the Derby of Turkish horse racing, this race represents the highest level of competition in the country's thoroughbred racing scene. History The foundations of the Gazi

The 7th Etnospor Culture Festival is an international cultural event that brings together traditional sports, arts, and cultural heritage activities. It was held for the seventh time by the World Etnospor Union from 22 to 25 May 2025 at Istanbul Atatürk Airport. Organizational Structure The 7th Etnospor Culture Festival was organized by the World Etnospor Union from 22 to 25 May 2025 at Istanbul Atatürk Airport. The fourth edition of the festival was structured around the theme “Tradition Begins