Turkish coffee is a method of preparing unfiltered coffee. Roasted and then finely ground coffee beans are simmered (not boiled) in a pot (cezve), optionally with sugar, and served in a cup where the grounds are allowed to settle. At present, it is found in the Eastern Europe, North Africa, the Caucasus, the Balkans, and […]
Turkish Miniatures are the oldest surviving illustrations belong to the Uighur Turks. The eight and nineth century paintings found at Chotcho, there capital in Turfan, are the earliest examples of Turkish book illustrations known. Although numerous wall paintings can stil be seen, ver few book illustrations still exist. The people in these miniatures, especially male […]
In the realm of photography, few names resonate with the same impact as Ara Güler, the celebrated Turkish photographer known for his extraordinary ability to capture the essence of life in Istanbul during the mid-20th century. Born in Istanbul in 1928, Güler’s journey as a photographer began in the bustling streets of his hometown, where […]