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Southern World: Sudan and Africa
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Traveller’s Talks: Greater China World.1: China PRC
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TOURISM

Interview with Okay Deprem on Caucasus tourism
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North Travel Agency Tours
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BARTER

Barter Prospectives with Prof Mehmet Akif Okur
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D-8 and Barter Prospectives: Interview with Prof.Mehmet Akif Okur
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EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN

What is the meaning of Blue Homeland Concept and effects on Eastern Mediterranean Cooperation?
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TURKS&GREEKS

Turks&Greeks: Wisdom and Genetic Pool
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MESOPOTAMIAN TURKEY

Zerzevan Castle Roman Border Garrison in Mesopotamian Turkey
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WATER BROTHERHOOD

Talks on Water Wisdom and Brotherhood
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Alacati is a famous tourist destination widely know for its blue seas and old stone narrow streets, but this beautiful town is also home to mastic trees. This video is part of TRT World’s…

Mardin, known for its ornately carved stone architecture and history, will captivate your heart and have you coming back over and over again. This video is part of TRT World’s “My Turkey”…

The Turkish Van cat is a breed native to Turkey’s eastern province of Van. A research centre in the city is dedicated to protecting the prized breed from going extinct. This video is part of…

Gli is a cross-eyed adorable cat that has been living in Hagia Sophia for the past 15 years. The Hagia Sophia is more than 2,000 years old and is one of the most extraordinary structures ever…

Turkish delight is a traditional Anatolian sweet that has evolved over time. We have tried to find the best Turkish delight in Istanbul.

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Ahlat is an open air museum. As well as being the hometown of Ertugrul Gazi, it’s also home to the largest Turkish Muslim cemetery in the world. This video is part of TRT World’s “My…

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Discover the natural beauty, culture and history of #Van. A place that’s home to one of the largest saline lakes in the world and has a rich history, this city in eastern Turkey has plenty…

Nevsehir is known for underground cities and villages – more than 200 cities and villages exist – and it’s recognised as a Unesco World Heritage Site. These cities are carved from soft…

Turks are the largest tea consumers in the world. We travelled to the Black Sea region of Turkey to find out how tea is produced. This video is part of TRT World’s digital series “My Turkey,”…

Gobekli Tepe is believed to be mankind’s first temple. Located in Turkey’s southeastern province Sanliurfa, this megalithic structure is sure to leave you in awe. #GobekliTepeTemple

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Kangal and Akbash dogs are two breeds native to Turkey. These loyal breeds are known to be some of the best breeds to help with herding and guarding. They are very dominating in character but…

#Karaman in South Central #Turkey is famous for producing a unique type of #cheese. Buried in a cave 35 metres underground, this specific cheese requires a special kind of bac

Houses in Historical Istanbul Peninsula in 1975

Why Turkey is the land of philosophy?

 

 

 

 

Voice of Wisdom: Chinese Philosophy

1975 Photographies in Turkey

 

In the 1970s, Istanbul’s downtown, particularly areas like Taksim and Beyoğlu, had a distinct character marked by a blend of history, culture, and a lively atmosphere. Some key aspects of Istanbul’s downtown in the 1970s include:

  1. Cultural Hub: Taksim Square and Beyoğlu were cultural and entertainment hubs. Istiklal Avenue, lined with shops, theaters, and cafes, was a bustling center for socializing and leisure activities.
  2. Historical Landmarks: The area featured historic landmarks like the Galata Tower, providing panoramic views of the city, and the iconic Taksim Republic Monument, symbolizing the founding of the Turkish Republic.
  3. Nightlife and Music: Istanbul’s downtown was known for its vibrant nightlife. Beyoğlu, in particular, was home to numerous bars, clubs, and music venues where various genres of music, including traditional Turkish music and international styles, could be enjoyed.
  4. Cinemas and Theaters: The district had several cinemas and theaters that contributed to the city’s cultural scene. Moviegoers and theater enthusiasts frequented these venues for entertainment.
  5. Commercial Activity: The area was a hub for commercial activity with a variety of shops, markets, and street vendors. It offered a mix of traditional bazaars and modern retail establishments.
  6. Transportation: Public transportation, including trams and buses, played a crucial role in connecting different parts of the city. The iconic red tram running along Istiklal Avenue was a notable feature.
  7. Social Spaces: Parks and squares served as social spaces for residents and visitors. People gathered in places like Gezi Park for relaxation and community events.

It’s important to note that Istanbul, like many cities, has undergone significant changes since the 1970s. Urban development, modernization, and shifts in cultural trends have transformed the cityscape. While some elements of the 1970s atmosphere may still be present, the overall dynamics of downtown Istanbul have evolved over the years.

 

 

 

IMAGES OF TURKEY Photography

Copyright by Levent Ağaoğlu, 1975

Video on Black&White Turkey in 1975:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1iYpuFys8g

1974-75 years 118 black and white photographs
Turkish English photo captions

Within the scope of street photography, shedding light on daily life in Istanbul.

Culture, history, identity, society, people and humanity. Reality and future. Naturalness and true wealth. Our treasures that we can leave from today to tomorrow…

Turkey (Anatolia, Asia Minor) has produced cultures and civilizations for 12,000 years since the Neolithic. However, books published in English on Turkey are very limited. Foreigners cannot find books or publications about Turkey. There is no database even.

The Turkey of the 1970s can be viewed through the youth of the world’s 1968 generation movement. It is a more untouched period in the cold war and bipolar world order when archeology even was not fully active.

Let’s look at these places today from the perspective of 2022 and try to understand a global  transformation story by comparing old photographs and today.

The photographs I took half a century ago in Istanbul Fatih, on the historical peninsula and in ancient cities such as Troy, Bergama, Ephesus, Didim, in the Aegean, shed light on our day. The permanence of ancient cities, which have not changed for thousands of years, clad in silence and solitude, and the sharp and striking change in the time period of 50 years in the city of Istanbul, occur together before our eyes and extend to us from the beginning years of the 21st century. The ancient cities we visited on the Aegean coast were living their heyday when Istanbul was not yet in the middle.

Despite the magnificence of Istanbul’s historical buildings, the poverty and deprivation observed in the 1975 photographs raise questions about whether human welfare or magnificent stone structures are permanent. The ruined historical wooden structures seen in the photographs were quickly destroyed and left their places to reinforced concrete structures. The apartment building fashion, which started in the mid-1950s, has rapidly changed the face of the city in 20 years.

I have been trying to convey the world reflected by the photographs and our impressions with subtitles.

I was born in Fatih district of Istanbul that is the core of İstanbul and Fatih is the historical peninsula surrounded by castles totally from the Golden Horn and Marmara Sea around. All the famous districts are scattered in Fatih. The feelings you have in the Fatih area is very unique and special and if you’re in the area you feel that it is the center of the world, not only with the center of the world because the empires Roman empire after Constantin set up in 395 and Turkish Ottoman Empire in 1453 was all controlled from Fatih district of Istanbul.

In 1974 I bought a Russian Zorki camera for black-and-white photographs and started first from Fatih and then proceeded to Western historical antique locations in the Aegean region, because of my involvement with the touristic guide course. I started from the roads and streets of Fatih, the old town, 45 years ago and got the photos of ordinary people, elderly, youngsters, children and the historical buildings and the wooden buildings in that part of the city.

These are straight black and white photographies and meaningful to show us the past of the historical Peninsula.

Maybe the individuals on the photographs, the elderly ones, may not be living now, so we can analyze the conditions of the time just after the war happened in Cyprus and Turkey started to be entering into street movements with guns which lead to the country to military coup in 12 September 1980. The photographs also reflect the property in the streets of İstanbul at the time though the buildings are very old and rich in history, the people are not that much. Here is the most conservative part of the İstanbul.

Following taking photographs of Fatih and downtown İstanbul, I moved to Western Turkey passing through Dardanel Straight snd visiting antique cities like Troy, Pergamon, Smyrna, Priene, Ephesus, Didyma, which are older than Istanbul clty, so taking the photos of these archaeological theaters and worship buildings.

These precious, beautiful and very interesting nostalgic photographs make you take a journey into the past in the face of Turkey’s old times and historical change. Everyone who sees these photos has an indescribable sense of relief. It is obvious that the paintings have a peaceful side. However, these pictures not only give peace of mind, but also lead people to deep contemplation. These frames that take us to the past guide us in building our future.

However, the real good memories experienced in these photographs, the values and beauties that people return and lose, almost hit the face like a slap. These frames, taken in different cities of Turkey, almost bring time to life. The value of these photographs, which blow love into the human soul like poetry, should be known.

These images, through a single lens, present us with the streets of Istanbul, the walls, clothing analysis and historical textures of the period, which we witness by reaching out to the 1970s of Istanbul, always presenting us those beautiful days and the states of our unique life culture in daily life.