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Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality Zoo

Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality Zoo

(547 words)
December 11, 2025

The Gaziantep Zoo, established by the Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality within the Sign Forest on a 1000-dönüm site, is recognized as the largest zoo in Türkiye, the second largest in Europe, and one of the first four zoos in the world. Following Fatma Şahin’s assumption of the presidency of municipality in 2014, together the zoo has continued to expand through numerous innovative projects. The zoo is home to 7,100 animals of 325 species and welcomes millions of visitors annually. As of 2019,

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Mehmet Polat

Mehmet Polat

Darıca (District)

Darıca (District)

(340 words)
June 2, 2026

Darıca, Marmara Sea’s coast is a very old and charming district that seems as if it has sprung straight from a fairy tale book. This place is one of the favorites for children to explore, thanks to its crystal-blue sea and lush green parks. Have you ever wondered where the name of this beautiful place comes from and what mysteries it holds within? A City Named After a Castle Darıca’s name originates from a massive castle built along the coastline in ancient times. This castle was once known as “

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Edanur Çimen

Edanur Çimen

İzmir Natural Life Park

İzmir Natural Life Park

(552 words)
December 8, 2025

İzmir Natural Life Park is one of Türkiye’s institutions dedicated to the conservation and promotion of natural life. Its origins trace back to 1937, when Türkiye’s first zoo was established on an 18-dönüm site within Kültürpark. In 2008, this zoo was relocated by the İzmir Metropolitan Municipality to a vast 425-dönüm area in Çiğli Sasalı and transformed into Türkiye’s first Natural Life Park. Since its establishment, the park has aimed to provide animals with living conditions similar to their

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Elif Laçin

Elif Laçin

Guide to Exploring Istanbul with Children

Guide to Exploring Istanbul with Children

(1301 words)
November 29, 2025

What should we do with the children on weekends? This question troubles many families. In a city as rich in culture, history, and nature as İstanbul, the options are endless! Families can discover countless places—from nature walks amid greenery to colorful museums, from fairy-tale pavilions to thrilling theme parks. This guide is designed as a helpful companion to inspire families living in İstanbul as well as those visiting the city, offering enjoyable ways to spend time with children. Nature

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Lale Alp

Lale Alp

Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality Zoo

Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality Zoo

(546 words)
July 21, 2026

The Gaziantep Zoo, established on a 1,000-dönüm site within the Burç Forest by the Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality, is recognized as the largest in Türkiye, the second largest in Europe, and one of the first four zoos in the world. Following Fatma Şahin’s assumption of the mayoral office in 2014, the zoo has continued to expand through numerous innovative projects. The zoo provides a home to 7,100 animals across 325 species and welcomes millions of visitors annually. As of 2019, visitor numb

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Mehmet Polat

Mehmet Polat