Man cannot discover new oceans unless he dares to lose sight of the shore. Andre Gide
Seddulbahir Castle is located in Seddulbahir Village, which is within the borders of Eceabat district of Çanakkale. The castle was opened to visitors on the 108th anniversary of the 18 March Martyrs’ Day and the Çanakkale Naval Victory, which was held with the participation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The historical castle, which is one …
Spring festivals held in different regions of Turkey provide a great opportunity to discover local cultures and natural beauties, taste new flavors and enjoy fun activities. Some of the magnificent spring festivals held in Turkey are; Bayindir International Flower Festival, Izmir Bayındır is one of the most important flower production areas of İzmir and you …
The Serpent Column, which has survived from the Hippodrome in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet district, is a bronze monument from Ancient Greece. This work, which was made with the depiction of three python snakes entwined with each other, is the oldest large-scale monument that has survived from the classical period of Istanbul. It was erected in the …
Carnac Stones, which have survived from the prehistoric period; It is a dense megalithic collection of more than 3,000 obelisks. It is located around the village of Carnac, Brittany, in northwest France. Erected by the pre-Celtic people of Brittany, the Carnac Stones have been one of the world’s most amazing archaeological artifacts for hundreds of …
Nikola Tesla is a scientist known for his works such as alternating current and the Tesla Coil. Tesla is known as a Serbian-American physicist and engineer and has always said he saw himself ahead of his time. Tesla was both an engineer and a scientist. He pioneered advances in many fields such as radio, television, …
Located in the constellation Aquarius, the Helix Nebula is a sizable planetary nebula, also known as the Helix Nebula, NGC 7293 or Caldwell 63. It was discovered before 1824 by Karl Ludwig Harding. This nebula is among the brightest planetary nebulae closest to Earth. Its distance is approximately 215 parsecs, or 700 light years. It …
The Israelites have been criticized many times in the Qur’an. Because they have generally not fulfilled the issue of assuming the responsibilities assigned to them. When we look at the stories in the Qur’an, it is seen that the punishments given to the Children of Israel are a lesson and a lesson for the next …
There have been many economic depressions in history and these have often led to serious economic difficulties. The Great Depression, or Black Thursday, is known as the greatest economic crisis the world has ever experienced. It was an economic crisis in the United States between 1929 and 1939, and its effects were felt around the …
Located within the borders of Cilicia in ancient times, Kanytella, with its current name Kanlıdivane, is an ancient settlement located 13 km west of Erdemli District of Mersin. The Kanlı Divane Antique settlement was built around a large depression in the center called the “Bloody Divane Pothole”. The Olba Kingdom, which existed in the 3rd …
The Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead is a modern name given to ancient Egyptian texts believed to guide and serve the dead in the afterlife. The book consists of a compilation of texts read in the presence of the dying person and texts on burial methods. It contains instructions and directions that may be …
The history of the Ottoman Empire, which ruled over three continents for more than 600 years, is full of mysteries. One of these mysteries is talismanic shirts. These shirts show the high level reached in the art of calligraphy and illumination with the writings and ornaments on them. At the same time, they reflect the …
According to the news on the Gerrice website, a new cult has emerged in the USA. This cult, called Theta Noir, believes in worshiping artificial intelligence and aims to make the world a better place. The Theta Noir artist community insists that humans should start worshiping AI, and is gearing up for the days when …
Dabbatül Arz, which is accepted as one of the portents of the apocalypse according to Islamic belief, is a creature that is believed to emerge in the End Times. It is mentioned in verses 80 and 85 of Surat an-Naml of the Qur’an. These verses indicate that the end of humanity has come due to …
The San Andreas Fault Line is considered one of the most recognizable geological structures in the world. It is a strike-slip dextral fault zone that cuts across the Pacific coastal mountains. It is named after the nearby San Andreas Lake. This fault is known as one of the most mentioned faults in the world. The …
Sculptures are known as works of art that shed light on history for centuries and enable elements such as the lives, epics and heroes of the period to reach the present day. While some sculptures are made on behalf of important people and heroes, some are made to describe legendary and mythological beings. In addition …
Hz. Prophet Solomon was the fourth kingdom of the Kingdom of Israel as the Jewish religious leader, king and leader. He was born as the son of King David and Bathsheba. He is also known as the king who ordered the construction of the Temple of Solomon, the holiest temple in Judaism. In the Qur’an, …
With the start of the month of Ramadan, sahur and iftar meals become very important. The most important meal during the month of Ramadan is considered to be sahur. It is extremely important to have a good sahur to provide the energy and nutrients our body needs in order to withstand long-term hunger and thirst. …
The equinox is a natural phenomenon that occurs as a result of the sun’s rays striking the equator perpendicularly. This event refers to the moment when the circle of enlightenment passes through the poles and creates a situation where day and night are equal. The equinox occurs twice a year in spring and autumn. During …
The Ottoman-Russian War of 1877-1878, known as the 93 War, is one of the important wars in Ottoman history. In this war, Nene Hatun showed great heroism at a young age and became the symbol of courage and heroism of Turkish women. The news of the capture of the Aziziye Bastion by the Russian soldiers …
Located in the Solar System, Venus is one of the closest planets to the Sun and ranks second in distance from the Sun. However, it is also in the first place in terms of temperature. This is because Venus’ atmosphere does not allow incoming sun rays to escape. So, when the sun’s rays reach the …