Rasim Özdenören, one of the most distinguished luminaries of modern Turkish literature and contemporary thought, passed away on July 23, 2022. Four years after his departure, he continues to illuminate minds and hearts through a formidable body of work that went far beyond storytelling to build a comprehensive civilizational perspective rooted in wisdom and justice. …
The international promotional program for Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye’s first and only UNESCO City of Literature, was held with great distinction at the Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM). Hosted by Fulya Kalfa and İbrahim Sadri, the landmark event commenced with a special message from President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and was graced by the presence of the Minister of …
As Kahramanmaraş continues to actively expand its international presence as a UNESCO City of Literature, the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) Secretariat has officially launched an inspiring new promotional video presentation. Intended for the general public, researchers, academic institutions, and local policymakers alike, this dedicated media asset is designed to showcase the overarching global mission …
Erdem Bayazıt, who left an indelible mark on the last half-century of Turkish poetry through his conscience, unwavering faith, and profound vision of humanity, is remembered with deep respect and longing on the anniversary of his passing. Born in Kahramanmaraş in 1939, Bayazıt secured an exceptional place in Turkish literature, not only through the striking …
The July-August 2026 issue of Yitiksöz, the acclaimed journal of art, literature, and thought published by the Kahramanmaraş Metropolitan Municipality under the editor-in-chiefship of Duran Boz, introduces a comprehensive dossier dedicated to Yıldız Ramazanoğlu, one of the most distinctive and influential voices in contemporary Turkish fiction. Recognized for her profound explorations spanning literature, cinema, refugee …
Kahramanmaraş has officially written a historic chapter in Türkiye’s cultural registry by entering the UNESCO Creative Cities Network as a designated City of Literature. Standing as the first and only city in the country to achieve this prestigious global title, Kahramanmaraş now shares a global stage with legendary literary capitals such as Edinburgh, Dublin, Kraków, …
The international promotional program for Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye’s first and only UNESCO City of Literature, was held with great distinction at the Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM). Hosted by Fulya Kalfa and İbrahim Sadri, the landmark event commenced with a special message from President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and was graced by the presence of the Minister of …
As part of its continuous cultural and artistic program, the Kahramanmaraş Metropolitan Municipality recently hosted a dedicated commemorative session honouring Alaeddin Özdenören, one of the foundational figures of contemporary Turkish thought and poetry, on the 23rd anniversary of his passing. Held at the historic Katiphan, the event drew a large audience of academics, literature enthusiasts, …
The international promotional program for Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye’s first and only UNESCO City of Literature, was held with great prestige at the Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM). Hosted by Fulya Kalfa and İbrahim Sadri, the landmark event commenced with a minute of silence and the national anthem, paying homage to the nation’s martyrs before celebrating the rich …
We commemorate Abdurrahim Karakoç, one of the most exceptional voices of Turkish poetry and intellectual life, with deep respect and remembrance on the anniversary of his passing. Karakoç, who turned his pen into the voice of the people, captured the struggles, joys, faith, and conscience of Anatolia, serving not only as a poet but as …
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