The concept of tourism in Türkiye has evolved from mere sightseeing to a focus on wellness and transformative experiences. Türkiye, named the best wellness destination for 2025 by the Matador Network Travel Awards, provides a variety of winter experiences. Whether travelling alone, with family, or across generations, visitors can select from a variety of wellness options. With more than 1,500 thermal springs, Türkiye ranks seventh in the world and first in Europe. Leading destinations such as Afyonkarahisar, Bursa, and Pamukkale in Denizli are part of...
Türkiye in International Media
By dispatching its largest fleet to date to the Baltic Sea, where a major NATO joint exercise is currently underway, the Turkish Navy showcased its substantial naval power-projection capability to the world. During the exercise, and notably for the first time in NATO history, an armed unmanned aerial vehicle launched from a flat-deck amphibious assault ship successfully executed a precision strike against a maritime target, thereby establishing a new paradigm for the future of naval warfare. The military analysis platform Naval News reported on February 21 that, by participating in NATO’s principal joint exercise "Steadfast Dart 2026", conducted under Germany’s...
The mosaics that adorned the floors and walls of magnificent ancient structures are far more than decorative elements. These works are silent chronicles that bring myths and reality to life through the harmony of stone and colour, bringing the spirit of their era into the present. A fascinating abundance of masterpieces of this art can be found in Anatolia, which has been home to the remnants of great civilisations for thousands of years. Today, one of these unique collections is on display at the Zeytinburnu Mosaic Museum, in the heart of İstanbul, in a serene yet awe-inspiring setting. Visiting the...
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday that Israel's recognition of the breakaway Republic of Somaliland would not benefit Somaliland or the region. In December, Erdogan had said Israel's decision to formally recognise Somaliland, a northern region that declared itself independent in 1991, was illegal and unacceptable, and he accused Israel of trying to destabilise the Horn of Africa. "I would like to especially underline our stance of valuing the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states in the area where Ethiopia is located," Erdogan told a press conference during a visit to Addis Ababa, adding Türkiye did not want...
Cappadocia has become the fourth destination in Türkiye to be included in the Michelin Guide, following İstanbul, İzmir and Muğla. In the 2026 selection, 18 restaurants from the region were included in the list. The development was first announced in November 2025 by Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, and the official declaration was made at a ceremony held in Istanbul on 4 December 2025. Nationwide, 54 new restaurants were included in the 2026 guide, according to the announcement. The list features venues of varying concepts, ranging from fine dining restaurants to family-run businesses and women’s cooperatives. Some...
During a speech at a meeting with international media representatives, the Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, stated that they provide, and will continue to provide, all kinds of support to international media outlets and representatives who cover Türkiye and monitor regional developments. In his speech, Head of Communications Duran noted that Türkiye accommodates the key issues that have become central to many global crises, stating that a multidimensional uncertainty dominates the international arena, with critical developments arising every day, and that journalists have an important role to play in informing the public. Head of Communications Duran conveyed...
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and his Serbian counterpart Aleksandar Vucic on Thursday pledged to strengthen economic ties between the two countries, following talks in Ankara. Speaking at a joint press conference, Erdoğan said bilateral trade reached 3.5 billion U.S. dollars in 2025 and was moving toward a target of 5 billion dollars. He highlighted the rapid expansion of Turkish investments in Serbia, noting that the number of Turkish-capital companies in Serbia has surged from around 100 in 2015 to more than 1,500, with total investments hitting 300 million dollars. Tourism ties are also strengthening, Erdoğan said, with Türkiye now the second...
On Thursday, Syrian Information Minister Hamza al-Mustafa met with a delegation from the Presidency's Directorate of Communications of the Republic of Türkiye, headed by Deputy Director Prof. Ferhat Pirinççi, with Türkiye’s Ambassador to Damascus, Nuh Yılmaz, also in attendance. During the meeting, Minister al-Mustafa explained the current situation of Syrian media and the recent initiatives taken to rebuild the sector on a firm professional foundation. The two sides also discussed ways to develop cooperation in monitoring unverified information, establish integrated systems to counter disinformation campaigns, and benefit from T...
During the meeting held yesterday in Ankara between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the two sides reaffirmed their bilateral relations and emphasised that existing differences can be “overcome” through international law. The two leaders signed cooperation agreements in sectors such as investment, maritime transport, disaster management, culture, health, and technology. The commitment to increase bilateral trade volume to 10 billion euros was reaffirmed. A significant decrease in migration flows (approximately 60 per cent) was recorded, and the continuation of the short-term visa programme for Turkish citizens to 12 Aegean islands was discussed. The conflicts in Gaza...