A striking butterfly with its bright red, black-edged wings and orange underwings: the Lesser Fire Butterfly, is captured by Dr. Zafer Kurnuç on an autumn day in Izmir. Watch it in the habitat of winged civilizations!
This time, the adventurous Babür Vatansever is walking the Lycian way. After walking on the ancient route, he reaches the summit of Babadağ and descends to Ölüdeniz with a paraglide. Watch the immortal beauties of the Mediterranean in the habitat, the living space of those who never stop.
Betül Kanbolat meets with Mehmet Emin Barsbey, founder and instructor of Istanbul Go School; and talks about the intricacies of Go, which is considered the world's oldest strategy game, and the story of Go Go İgo - A Mind Game, the first Turkish illustrated children's book about Go.
The art of mother-of-pearl inlay, a legacy of the Ottoman Empire, is looking for new masters. With the One Master Thousand Masters project, Erol Kadıoğlu, one of the last masters of the profession, is transferring the codes of mother-of-pearl to his students in Ankara. Watch at habitat, the living space of art...
Against the rote, taboos, the ordinary... Müjde Yazıcı Ergin focuses on the "opposite" sex. Burcu Önal, who was eager to cook at the age of 7 even if it meant burning down the kitchen, is today a sought-after name in big kitchens. Masterchef Burcu tells her own story in The Opposite Sex. The Opposite Sex is at habitat.
Cavers from Turkey and all over the world are meeting at Taşeli Plateau. The goal of the international expedition is to reach depths that have never been reached before. The first expedition to go below 1000 meters in Morca Cave is at Habitat, the house of darkness!
The symbol of immortality, the sacred tree of legends, the representative of peace and hope: the olive. The story of the golden drops dripping from the sacred fruit of Anatolia, extending from the soil to our tables. The story of those who care for olive trees like their eyes. An Olive Oil Miracle at habitat.
A man like everyone else in the city, a maned wolf in nature... Gökhan Şafak throws himself into the forest sea of Yenice. Among canyons, plateaus and monumental trees, he both takes a nature walk and returns to his childhood under the trees. Watch in the adventurers' habitat.
Kubilay Sakarya visits award-winning architect Gökhan Avcıoğlu's office in Nişantaşı. Avcıoğlu, who also has offices in New York, Bodrum and Moscow, talks about his headquarters in Istanbul and his projects on different scales, from private residences to urban planning. Watch in the habitat of architecture!
Fatma Canbaş: An entrepreneur who produces vegetable seedlings with flowers and local seeds in Uzundere district of Erzurum. With her successful works, she contributes to the regional economy and inspires women interested in agriculture and greenhouse farming. Watch in the habitat of those who add color to their soil!
A group of adventurers are preparing for the summit on the Yusufeli plateaus in Artvin, while enjoying nature on the other hand. The summit walk of the nature lovers staying at the Dilberdüzü camp at the foothills of Kaçkar Mountain is shown on the screen in the habitat of the clouds.
Accompanied by professional tour guide and educator Mois Gabay, we explore the inspiring story of Or-Ahayim Balat Hospital, a beacon of life for so many over the years. We then hear from Foundation President Yaşar Abuaf about the details of the hospital's closure.
Feride Bozcu tours the Kuzguncuk district, which is built on a valley opening to the Bosphorus between Üsküdar Paşalimanı and Beylerbeyi, with Mois Gabay. The historical texture, identity and neighborhood culture of the district are on the screen in Talking History. Talking History is on habitat.
Hear about their hometowns from them! Familiar faces talk about their cities. Actor Serkan Kuru welcomes viewers to his hometown, Iznik. Lake Iznik, Hagia Sophia, Iznik tiles, city walls, streets, memories...
Watch in the habitat of those who add value to their hometown!
A life story from academician to glass bead master... Zeynep Tlabar tells the story of the magical world she found in glass and the life she rebuilt after that world in her workshop. Watch it in habitat, the living space of the outsiders!
Arkas Trio performs Franz Schubert's Piano Trio No. 1 Op. 99-D898 in the concert they gave at Süreyya Opera House.
Children's book author Betül Kanbolat meets with drama teacher Lider Hepgenç, author of the book Göbeklitepe Playground, which combines history with games and enriches her communication with children with the games in her books. Kipatlı Günler is at habitat.
Children of Atlantis meets with diver, archaeologist, art historian and Bodrum Maritime Museum Director Selen Cambazoğlu. Knowing the underwater world like the back of her hand, Cambazoğlu is a guest in Tuğçem Akgün and Engin Aygün's underwater studios. Watch in the habitat of the blue!
The flagship of the Istanbul Rahmi Koç Museum, Maid of Honour*, tells its story. The 1927-built ship, the first brass-fuelled boat with a diesel engine, is featured in the Museum Atlas, along with a recreation of the Captain's Bridge in the Living History section of the museum. Watch it on habitat!
How about spending 24 hours in Beja, in southern Portugal? With its historic city gates, observation deck, shared neighborhood bakery, squares, streets, park, museum, and cathedral, Beja is a haven for exploration!
Hopes, dreams, stories woven knot by knot... Kars' world-famous rugs and saddlebags resist extinction in the One Master Thousand Masters workshop. Watch in the habitat, the living space of culture...
Coşkun Aral, on the trail of flavor, on a tour of Anatolia! The first stop on the Journey of Food is Diyarbakır and its ancient flavors... Watch in the habitat of food culture!
Anatolia brings its hidden beauties to light and tells its unknown stories to the curious. The Pearl of the Black Sea, Amasra, comes to the screen with its unique geography that combines nature and history. Watch it in the Travelers' Habitat.
Experienced diver Tunç Emre Karakoyunlu turns his camera to the magnificent trio of the Red Sea... The Kimon M, Ghiannis D and Carnatic wrecks in the Saab Abu Nuhas reef come to the screen with their stories. Watch in the habitat of the deep!
This time, anthropologist Elif Eda Tibet embarks on a journey in her personal history. Returning to Lisbon, where she was born and raised, after 25 years, Tibet shares her memories of the source of her drive to “understand the different” and tells about Lisbon in every aspect. Watch in the habitat of discoveries!
The New Hatay Archaeology Museum, construction of which began in May 2011, houses findings from Hatay's rich historical past with its 10,700 square meter exhibition area. The Hatay Archaeology Museum, which exhibits sculptures, steles, sarcophagi, ceramics, metal and glass works and is the world's first in terms of mosaic collection, is on display at habitat.
Fatih Aslan is chasing stories, this time in the northwestern tip of Turkey. This time, nature's flavors are under the spotlight in İğneada Longoz Forest. İğneada honey and truffle hunting in the forest... And finally, the chef's touch! Watch in the habitat of those who travel!
Our northern hero Wilco attends a festival in the Netherlands where restored antique cars and minibuses are exhibited. Remembering the days when he toured Turkey with a caravan, Wilco is ecstatic among the authentic and colorful models. Watch in the habitat of nostalgia!
Actor Gürgen Öz travels on the borders! Our traveler is in Tbilisi, the capital and most populous city of Georgia... You can't find a better guide to get to know the buildings of Tbilisi influenced by Soviet architecture, visit magnificent churches and get to know Georgian food culture. Gürgen Öz continues to tell the stories of our border neighbors.
Those who stray from the route with guide Sinan Ercan go to Cotswold this time. In Cotswold, which covers an area of 2000 square kilometers, nearly 50 villages and towns come to your living space with their most beautiful views. Follow those who stray from the route in their habitat.
Serkan Ocak sets out to climb Süphan, the third highest mountain in Turkey. Challenging route, high altitude and unique view... What else awaits the team following the climbers? Watch at habitat, the living space of those chasing adventure.
Guide Çağdaş Ozan Karabay canoes on the Spree River, which flows through Berlin for 46 km, and explores the region. He moves through the Spree Forest, where the river divides into hundreds of branches, and passes through villages. Berlin Diaries is in the habitat of nature.
Su Yücel continues to compile the thousands of years old stories of monumental trees all around Turkey. In the new stop of the civilization journey, the monumental yew in Zonguldak, the walking stick tradition that brings people and trees together with compassion, and the TEMA Foundation afforestation areas are on the screen in nature's habitat!
Art historian Feride Bozcu tours the Koza Inn, built in 1491 in Bursa, an Ottoman city famous for its silk trade, with Dr. Kahraman Şakul. Watch in the habitat of history.
The old hides something new within... Side Ancient City in Antalya, one of the oldest settlements in Anatolia, exhibits the heritage of yesterday and today's life together. Side carries messages for tomorrow regarding the concept of "sustainable life". Watch in the habitat of the timeless!
Narrated by Boğos Çalgıcıoğlu, the journey through time continues from Taksim to the Tunnel... Rumeli Han, the Odeon Theater, Cercle D'orient SERKL DORYAN, Tokatlıyan Han, Üç Horan Armenian Church, and Çiçek Pasajı are among the stops of the past. Watch in the habitat of yesterday and today.
Reporter Coşkun Aral reports from the Far East! Returning to Singapore and Thailand after years, Aral recounts the changes he's observed in these two countries; he explores magnificent temples, skyscrapers, and backstreets, sampling the local delicacies. Watch in Habitat of the Far Away!
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This time, Classical Journey hosts a pianist family. Music writer Serhan Bali hosts Gülru Ensari, who is also the daughter of an artist family, and her husband Herbert Schuch in his studio at ARTER. The warm conversation is accompanied by a magnificent performance. Watch it in the habitat of classical journeys!
Armchair Travelers, northern traveler... Two political and cultural capitals of Russia are coming to the screen. Moscow and St. Petersburg, from metro stations to majestic churches, tell the story of their architectural, historical and cultural heritage. Watch in the habitat of those without borders!
Against the routine, taboos, and the ordinary... Müjde Yazıcı Ergin focuses on the "opposite" sex. An extraordinary woman who has created a world of art for herself: Painter and performance artist Özlem Ünlü opens the doors of her own unique world to habitat...
Three women, three generations who are connected to life with the knots they throw on carpets... Etrim's Golden Girls, who pour their thoughts into motifs and feelings into colors, are at habitat, the living space of labor...
A group of friends who are passionate about trekking are heading to the Gito plateau of Rize to enjoy the winter. In the harsh winter conditions, where there is no electricity or water, the only guests of the pension are enjoying hiking and snowboarding on the deserted plateau. Watch in the habitat of those who say Black Sea in summer and winter.
Interior designer Kubilay Sakarya visits the home of Aslı Şekerci, who incorporates the objects she has collected over the years into her life by giving them new functions. Aslı Şekerci talks about her passion for collecting, how she transforms original pieces that have witnessed history into useful objects in daily life, and the spaces where she brings the past and the present together. Living Spaces with Kubilay Sakarya at habitat.
The connected efforts of communities dedicated to preserving natural and cultural heritage in Tunisia, Lebanon and Menorca… Cork oak tree in Tunisia Olive growers in Lebanon “Island of Hope” Collective action to preserve natural wonders in Menorca… Watch in Habitat of Devotion.
Turkey's world-famous hiking route is reflected on the screen through Tansu Topuzoğlu's viewfinder. The hiker who completed the first and second stages of the Lycian Way begins to walk the next stage accompanied by magnificent natural landscapes. Watch in the habitat of ancient roads!
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Cihan Erdönmez and Dr. Anna Zadrozna are on the streets of Istanbul, hunting for plants! The duo shares the stories, features and usage areas of mallow and donkey lettuce they found in Ataköy with their enthusiasts. Watch in the habitat of the unnoticed!
Betül Kanbolat meets with Hazal Uzuner, the author of the dystopian book 'What Happened to Our World', which reveals the future consequences of today's global problems, and talks about books that bring children together with reality. Watch on Habitat.
Successful actor Hakan Meriçliler goes to the neighboring capital Athens. He gets his fill of history in the Acropolis, gets lost in the narrow streets, and watches the sunset at Poseidon. He enjoys delicious food and sirtaki. Watch in the habitat of those away from home!
This time, Betül Kanbolat wanders between the lines of adult literature. The first guest of the Kitaplı Günler generation is Ece Erdoğuş Levi. Levi talks about her recently deceased husband, the writer of Istanbul, Mario Levi, and her last published works. Watch it on the habitat of literature!
Journalist traveler Serkan Ocak, with his mountaineering friends Polat Dede, Olcay Çağatay and Kürşat Bayhan, tries to climb Kızlar Sivrisi, the highest point of the Western Taurus Mountains. Watch in the adventurers' habitat.
Archaeologist Mehmet Hasan Bozkurt's guest is Oluz Höyük excavation director Prof. Dr. Şevket Dönmez. A new world is revealed in every layer excavated in Oluz Höyük. What does the Islamic burial tradition in Oluz Höyük show us? Is Anatolian religious history changing? The Lost World is in the habitat of history.
A fresh perspective on the fashion world with Eylem Başarsöğüt, owner of Turkey’s first and only street modeling agency, and her models: The international success stories of the pioneers of independent fashion modeling in Turkey and their struggle against Europe-centric beauty standards are coming to the screen. Watch it on Dışarıdakiler’s habitat!
Actor Gürgen Öz enters the Kingdom of Books! One of the most important structures carrying Turkey's cultural memory, the National Library is in the habitat of culture with its deep-rooted history and comprehensive collection, from Adnan Ötüken's vision to 15th century manuscripts, from the Talking Library to digital archive systems.
This week, Sweet World Tour is in Istanbul, the fairytale city of great empires…
Our guest is the master journalist Coşkun Aral, who travels the world step by step. The unique sweet heritage stretching from Ancient Greece to Rome, from Byzantium to the Ottoman Empire… In this city, dessert is not something that comes after the meal; it is the reason for staying at the table. We are discovering the centuries-old flavors of Istanbul, along with their stories.
Gökhan Bağcı, Tolga Taviş, Tolga Akın and the STOA creative team host young musicians in a 7-day music camp. The camp offers young orchestra members, conductors and composers the opportunity to meet, work and experience; it prepares conservatory students for symphonic life. Watch in the habitat of music!
In Turkey, sleeves are being rolled up to develop high-quality local sunflower seeds. As part of the social responsibility project in Thrace, trial plantings in Tekirdağ villages and Silivri are being harvested; farmers are being provided with training and application support. Turkey is getting local sunflower seeds. Watch on habitat, the living space of agriculture!
Four different bird species through Cenk Polat's lens: A Wren that can camouflage itself with its patterned clothing and a Great Tit that can be seen all year round in every region of Turkey... A Woodcock hiding in the bushes... A Swan that makes rhythmic sounds with its wings while flying... Observe in nature's habitat.
Aslı and Can, who are passionate about camping, discover new places on every trip, forget about time and enjoy the moment in nature. This time, the couple's camping route is Küre Mountains, the address of green. The Küre Mountains geography with its unique nature, waterfalls, and historical villages is also an ideal camping area. Watch in habitat, the living space of travelers!
Traveler İsmail Şahinbaş heads to the Altıparmak Mountains in Çamlıhemşin district of Rize. The traditional Koçdüzü festivals held at Koçdüzü Plateau at an altitude of 2400 meters are reflected on the screen with all their colors. Watch in the habitat of those who discover their own geography!
Cyclist Mukaddes Cansu is pedaling in Erzincan, on the trail of nature and history. Girlevik Waterfall, the 7-kilometer stone road between Kemaliye and Divriği, one of the most challenging courses in the world, Dark Canyon, and the ancient Urartian city of Alıntepe are among the stops on the route. Watch at habitat, the meeting point of those who live well!
Sociologist Deniz Bağrıaçık is looking for the world of the future. Gathering around a wonderful table in the North Aegean, the valuable names of the region are discussing the sustainable future of the Aegean. Watch in the habitat of tomorrow.