As part of its vibrant cultural calendar, the Kahramanmaraş Metropolitan Municipality recently hosted a specialized reading and analysis program dedicated to the late Alev Alatlı, one of Türkiye’s most influential contemporary thinkers. Organized by the municipality’s youth initiative, Pusula Maraş, the event transformed the historic Köker Mansion into a hub for critical thinking and literary …
In a bold step towards fostering social innovation and youth-led change, the Social Impact Challenge ’26 has officially launched under the leadership of the Kahramanmaraş Metropolitan Municipality. Coordinated by the Social Entrepreneurship Centre (SOGEM), the program invites university student communities to develop projects that transform creative ideas into tangible social benefits. The challenge is designed …
The Wonju City of Literature in South Korea is officially calling for applications for its 2026 residency program. Set at the renowned Toji Cultural Centre, this international initiative invites writers from across the UNESCO Cities of Literature Network to embark on an eight-week creative journey from September 1 to October 31. Designed to strengthen the …
As part of its ongoing commitment to bringing cultural and artistic activities to all segments of society, the Kahramanmaraş Metropolitan Municipality continues to celebrate the city’s identity as a UNESCO City of Literature. Today, May 2, 2026, the historic and humorous figure of Nasreddin Hodja takes the stage, offering a bridge between the wisdom of …
Kahramanmaraş continues to celebrate its identity as a UNESCO City of Literature with the latest installment of the “Yalnız Ardıç Dialogues.” On Saturday, 25 April, the city will host an in-depth discussion on the life and legacy of Kemal Tahir, one of the most influential figures in Turkish literature. The event, held at the TDV …
As part of its ongoing cultural journey as a UNESCO City of Literature, Kahramanmaraş will host a special book analysis and discussion programme dedicated to the works of Alev Alatlı, one of the most significant figures in Turkish literature and thought. The event will take place on Saturday, 2 May. This programme offers a deep …
On Wednesday, 22 April, the city hosts a discussion titled “Addressing the Heart” (Kalbe Seslenmek) with Duran Boz, marking another chapter in its vibrant cultural calendar.
Kahramanmaraş continues to engage its community through a diverse calendar of events, reflecting its status as a UNESCO City of Literature.
Yitiksöz, one of the most prominent publications of the Kahramanmaraş Metropolitan Municipality, continues its intellectual journey with its 34th issue. A distinguished name in the fields of culture, arts, and literature, Yitiksöz solidified its success in 2023 by receiving the prestigious “Public Publishing Award” from the Writers Union of Türkiye (TYB), affirming its unique place …
As the first city from Türkiye to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the field of literature, Kahramanmaraş continues to celebrate its 13,000-year-old heritage through a vibrant series of literary events. Throughout 2026, the city has transformed into a global stage for intellectual exchange, hosting renowned scholars and authors for a season of deep-reaching …
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