Days of Russian and Uzbek culture to be held in March 2027
Russia and Uzbekistan will hold reciprocal Days of Culture in March 2027, marking 35 years of diplomatic ties.
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Türkiye's museum count increases
The number of museums in Türkiye rose 4.4% to 664 in 2025, while museum and archaeological site visits increased 6.8% to nearly 65.9 million, according to 2025 Cultural Heritage Statistics released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat).
Türkiye to host 49th UNESCO World Heritage session
Türkiye will host the 49th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Istanbul in 2027 after its bid was unanimously approved during the committee's 48th session in Busan, South Korea, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said.
Turkic World Week kicks off in Baku
The official opening ceremony of the Turkic World Week, dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the First Turkological Congress, has been held in Baku.
Istanbul's Basilica Cistern reopens
The Basilica Cistern in Istanbul has reopened its doors after being placed under the authority of the Turkish Ministry of Tourism, with admission free for everyone on June 6 and 7.
Baku to host 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue
The 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue will be held in Baku on 27-29 October.
Education, science at risk of destruction in the Middle East, UNESCO warns
Security problems in the region have directly threatened children, students, and all teaching and research staff
US-Israeli attacks damage 56 cultural heritage sites in Iran
At least 56 cultural heritage sites, including World Heritage locations, have been damaged in Iran as a result of the US-Israeli military operation, the WANA news agency reports.
UNESCO's silence amid attacks on historical monuments in Iran is unacceptable - Araghchi
Abbas Araghchi expressed his disapproval of UNESCO's failure to publicly address the strikes on Iran, which have adversely affected the nation's cultural heritage.
Uzbekistan to launch unified digital platform for tourists
Uzbekistan is developing a comprehensive mobile application for international visitors, featuring SIM card registration, transportation ticketing, and museum access capabilities.
Ancient goblet found in Palestine etched with oldest depiction of Creation
A 4,300-year-old silver goblet unearthed in Palestine is engraved the earliest known depiction of the universe’s creation, a new study revealed.
UNESCO proclaims December 15 as World Turkic Language Family Day
The 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, adopted a decision to proclaim December 15 as World Turkic Language Family Day, to be observed annually.
Russian, Iranian Culture Ministers discuss Moscow-Tehran cooperation
The talks took place in the Northern capital of Russia
Unique rock-cut tombs found in Adıyaman province
Rock-cut tombs from the Roman period and settlement traces from the Late Bronze Age have been discovered in the rural area of Çomak village in Adıyaman’s Besni district of Turkey.
Illegally exported Marcus Aurelius statue returns to Türkiye after 65 years
Türkiye managed to return the statue of Marcus Aurelius following its 65-year absence abroad. The artifact was illegally exported following unauthorized excavations.
Number of Türkiye’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites reaches 22
The ancient city of Sardis and Lydian Tumuli of Bin Tepe in Türkiye’s Manisa province have been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the Turkish culture and tourism ministry said.
Shusha hosts International Children's Creativity Festival
Three hundred children took part in the Shusha Children's Creativity Festival, aimed at strengthening ties among children from different Turkic-speaking countries.
Azerbaijani director wins Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival
The Palme d'Or was awarded to the drama "It was just an Accident"
Türkiye to host Azerbaijani Cinema Days
Azerbaijani Cinema Days will be held in Istanbul on April 28 to 30.
Turkey may open cultural center in St. Petersburg
Turkey is in favor of establishing a Turkish cultural center in St. Petersburg, Abdurrahman Aliy, Director of the Yunus Emre Institute (Turkish Cultural Center) said.
