
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
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Melahat Pamuk

The SEKA Paper Museum has been organized upon the industrial heritage of the İzmit SEKA Paper Factory, which was one of the first and most comprehensive industrial establishments founded in the field of paper production in Turkey. The museum is a corporate memory and exhibition area documenting both the historical development of the factory and the social and cultural uses of paper. Establishment and Historical Background Studies towards modern paper production in Turkey began in the 1920s, and
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Melahat Pamuk

The Trabzon Museum is a museum that exhibits archaeological and ethnographic artifacts reflecting the historical and cultural heritage of Trabzon. It operates in the Kostaki Mansion, which was built in the early 20th century. The museum was opened to visitors on April 22, 2001. History After Kostaki Teophylaktos went bankrupt in 1917, the mansion and his other assets were seized and later purchased by the Nemlioğlu family. During 15–17 September 1924, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, his wife Latife Hanım
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Ahsen Güneş
SiThe Sinop Archaeological Museum is a museum located in Sinop, one of the important ancient port cities of the Black Sea region, and is an archaeological museum where historical artefacts from the region are exhibited. The museum was officially established in 1941 and opened to visitors in its current building in 1970. The museum has an extensive collection spanning from the Prehistoric Age to the Ottoman period, and includes archaeological, ethnographic and tombstone sections, as well as an open
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Melike Saraç
AsSinop 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
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Melike Saraç

The Şahinbey National Struggle Museum is dedicated to presenting Gaziantep’s resistance during the Turkish War of Independence and the efforts of its citizens. The museum was established to convey in detail the struggle against French and British occupations between 1919 and 1921. The historical building, restored by Şahinbey Municipality, was opened to the public in 2018. Şahinbey National Struggle Museum (AA) " image-alternate="" image-element-format="right"> Establishment and Purpose of th
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Ahsen Güneş

The Moving House (Yürüyen Köşk) is a structure that has become a symbol of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Türkiye, and his sensitivity towards the environment and nature. Located within the borders of the Yalova province, this building attracts attention not only for its architectural and historical features but also for an intervention by Atatürk that reflects his love for nature. Over time, the mansion has been recognized both as a visitor attraction and as one of the sy
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Ahsen Güneş

The Air Force Museum is located in the Yeşilköy district of Istanbul, Türkiye, adjacent to the military airport. The museum is one of the main institutions documenting the history of Turkish aviation. Its collection includes various aircraft models as well as materials related to the historical development of the Turkish Air Force and the evolution of aviation science. The museum complex includes both open-air exhibition areas and indoor exhibition halls. With this structure, it offers visitors
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Ahsen Güneş

Kilitbahir Castle, one of the strategic points of the Dardanelles Strait, is one of the important defensive structures built by the Ottoman Empire for maritime security. It is located at the narrowest point of the strait. Situated directly opposite the city center of Çanakkale, it has played a critical role in the security of Istanbul for centuries. Promotional Video (Çanakkale Historical Site Presidency) " youtube-video-element-format="right" youtube-video-id="Pn6swW4EceI"> History and Archi
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Ahsen Güneş

The Agulhas Lighthouse is located in the town of L'Agulhas, South Africa. It was the first properly designed and equipped lighthouse on the South African coast and marks the confluence of the Indian Oceans. It is also a symbol of the technological transformation of maritime history. The tip of the continent is approximately 1 kilometer (0.6 mi) west-southwest of the lighthouse. Historically, the combination of strong winds, conflicting currents, and shallow waters with hidden reefs made Cape Agu
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