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Besides Grand Bazaar and Mosques: Museum Face of Istanbul

A museum tour on a trip is most often associated with groups of people, dull exhibits, and a feeling of missing out on significant “outdoor” landmarks. Sure, that is not true, especially when you are in such a unique city in every aspect as Istanbul, where museums strike with their concepts just as well.

17.01.2022 | Turkey

New Year celebration in Istanbul: Pomegranate instead of mayonnaise

According to stereotypes, New Year’s Eve in Istanbul is pure boredom since it is marked with greyness and absence of snow. OUTLOOK by experience checked whether it is true, and now we are sharing our impressions. If we say that this holiday is celebrated in Turkey the same as in Europe or North America, it would be not quite fair.

02.01.2022 | holiday, Turkey

Sightseeing in the Asian part of Istanbul

Judging by the reviews of the majority of tourists who visited Istanbul, many of them did not reach Asian part of the main Turkish metropolis, or did not have a proper walk there. The best case, they just saw SabihaGökçen International Airport and ferry docks, a destination of leisure cruses from Europe, where on the way one can feed with bread seagulls swooping overhead.

10.12.2021 | travel, Turkey, Istanbul

We were there: Cappadocia

Each person has a moment or event that is unforgettable for lifetime. My trip to Cappadocia and a hot air balloon flight is one of the most breath-taking experiences I have ever had. That is why I would like to share my impressions with you.

18.11.2021 | Turkey, we were there

History of the street: Bagdad Avenue in Istanbul

If all the magnificent Istanbul is considered as the heart of regional trade, one of its most luxurious streets, Bagdad Avenue, is, certainly, the main artery. Having appeared there, even rejecting shopping with the whole heart, one feels hardship while trying to keep him balanced and not succumb to temptation to go to the ships and markets. Even though, apart from that, there is something to do here.

20.07.2021 | travel, Turkey, history of the street

Pleasurable vacation of places to relax in peace and quiet

Summer is up to come very soon which means that it is time to plan a vacation, pack your bags and make up a list of must visit destinations. We understand that in a busy city it is hard to find a place where absolute silence reigns. It is natural for all humans to search for tranquillity sometimes. If you are one of these people, then breath out with relief.

07.05.2021 | Portugal, Turkey, France, Spain, Croatia

Everything on sale: Worlds's best markets and bazaars

In this day and age, it is difficult to surprise anyone, especially an urban resident, with some large department store or market, since nowadays one can buy everything from a humble convenience store next door. However, the iconic bazaars and flea markets are still operating across the globe, they are famous in legends and described with delight.

24.04.2021 | Japan, USA, traditions, Turkey, India, Egypt, culture, Australia, Great Britain

Don’t get lost: The most interesting markets of Istanbul

Eastern cities are hard to imagine without a huge number of the commercial places. It is in the genes of the local citizens to sell and buy regardless their age and status. Despite the fact that Istanbul is semi-European city, the metropolis has prominent oriental features. So as to know exactly where to go and what to buy, OUTLOOK talks about the most spectacular markets after returning from Istanbul.

21.01.2021 | travel, Turkey

World ghettos: Polish village in Istanbul

It is hard to imagine more different nations than citizens of Turkey and Poland. Their variety is reflected in everything, from religion to culinary traditions. Nevertheless, they get on well during more than 150 years in the suburbs of Istambul. We would like to talk about this unique neighbourhood in the rubric 'ghetto in the world'.

15.08.2020 | travel, Turkey, Poland, world ghetto

Ankara is the capital of…

Because of different reasons, mainly due to its travel population and size, Istanbul is perceived by the majority of tourists, even by those who had been to Turkey, as the capital of this country even though it is verily Ankara. We are going to talk about this city that is so Turkish and international simultaneously.

06.07.2020 | Turkey, society, is the capital of

If you have 10 dollars and you are in Istanbul

Among tourists, especially those from Europe, it is difficult to find people who have not enjoyed vacation in sunny and hospitable Turkey at least once, so the prices at holiday destinations are more or less known. However, what awaits those who opted for "another Turkey" and went to see the magnificent Istanbul, we would like toexplainwith the example of 10 dollars.

24.05.2020 | travel, Turkey, 10 dollars

World ghettos: Balat - Jewish side of Istanbul

Majestic Istanbul sweeps visitors off their feet at first sight, impressing tourists with its luxury, history and variety of its vibrant sides... But just a few guests wander into one of city oldest quarters, Balat, where the eastern fairy-tale puts a new face on.

16.11.2019 | Turkey, world ghettos

Turkey: The country of natural wonders

A jewel-case of Turkey is full of pure wonders provoking an inspiration for fairy tale writer. When people first see blindingly white mountains in the midst of warm country, they experience various desires: someone wants to fall into white drifts and make a snow angel, as some people imagine that white cliffs taste sweet just like cotton candy...

18.09.2019 | nature, Turkey

Spring Festival. The embassies of eight countries celebrated NOWRUZ 2019 in the capital of Ukraine

On March 19, 2019, the celebration of the International NOWRUZ Day took place in Kyiv. The eight embassies of foreign states accredited in Ukraine, namely, the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, the Republic of Turkey and the Republic of Uzbekistan, were the initiators of the official celebration in the Column Hall of the Kyiv State Administration.

20.03.2019 | Turkey, diplomacy, ambassador, Azerbaijan, Iran, Uzbekistan, Kazahstan, Tajikistan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Afganistan

Embassy of Turkey to Ukraine opened Turkish cinema days with film Chinar

The Embassy of Turkey in Ukraine and personally Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Jonet Jan Tezel in the Cultural Center "Cinema Kiev" opened Days of Turkish cinema. The Turkish Embassy conducts events that demonstrate the cultural diversity and heritage of this country on an ongoing basis.

05.05.2018 | Turkey, diplomacy

The delegation of ministry of tourism of Turkey visited the travel exhibition UITT 2017 in Kyiv

The official delegation of Ministry of culture and travel of Turkey visited 23-rd international travel exhibition UITT 2017: ‘Ukraine – Travels and Tourism’ which is to open on the 29-th of March in International Exposition Center in Kyiv.

30.03.2017 | Turkey, diplomacy

The Embassy of Turkey opened in Kyiv the exhibition ‘Water drawing. The sophisticated art ebru’

The Embassy of Turkey in Ukraine and personally Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Yonet J. Tezel opened in National museum named after Taras Shevchenko exhibition ‘Drawing on the water. The sophisticated art ebru’ by the painter Hikmet Barutchugil.

24.03.2017 | art, Turkey, diplomacy

The ambassador of Turkey arranged an official reception in honor of Republic Day

The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkey to Ukraine Yönet Can Tezel organized an official reception in honor of Republic Day. The colleagues, particularly, the heads of diplomatic missions, representatives of the church, businessmen, community and mass media came to express their respect and congratulate the head of mission.

31.10.2016 | Turkey, diplomacy

With the support of Turkish Embassy in Kyiv there is an exhibition of artist Canan Berber

From the 1-st to 30-th of April in the capital art-space Triptych: Global Arts Workshop is cultural and diplomatic project ‘Canan Berber. THE BELOVED’. The exhibition is organized with the support of Turkish Embassy in Ukraine. The solemn opening of exposition was attended by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkey in Ukraine Yonet Tezel as well as his colleagues, the heads of diplomatic missions of Morocco, Mexico, Norway, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and the first deputy of Minister of culture of Ukraine Igor Lihovoy.

04.04.2016 | art, Turkey, diplomacy

Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Turkey to Ukraine took part in the project "Food for Diplomacy"

Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Turkey to Ukraine Yönet Can Tezel attended a Turkish dinner as a part of the project "Food for Diplomacy". This project is organized under the auspices of the "Development of Corporate Social Responsibility" Centre, Kadyr Has University, CSR Turkey and the Turkish Embassy in Ukraine.

20.07.2015 | Ukraine, Turkey, diplomacy, ambassador

Concert 'Europen Music at the Ottoman Court' Takes Place in Kyiv with the Support of the Embassy of Turkey in Ukraine

Concert 'European Music at the Ottoman Court' took place in the Great Hall of Tchaikovsky National Music Academy of Ukraine with the supportof support of the Embassy of Turkey in Ukraine.

17.06.2015 | music, Ukraine, Turkey, diplomacy