Close
newsletters Newsletters
X Instagram Youtube

Istanbul-themed art exhibition opens in Bosnia's Sarajevo

Visitors attend the opening ceremony of an Istanbul-themed art exhibition featuring paintings by members of the Healthy Living, Happy Aging Association at the Yunus Emre Institute in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Oct. 29, 2026. (AA Photo)
Photo
BigPhoto
Visitors attend the opening ceremony of an Istanbul-themed art exhibition featuring paintings by members of the Healthy Living, Happy Aging Association at the Yunus Emre Institute in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Oct. 29, 2026. (AA Photo)
October 31, 2026 04:05 AM GMT+03:00

An exhibition featuring paintings inspired by Istanbul has opened in Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, bringing together art, music and cultural exchange.

Organized by members of the Healthy Living, Happy Aging Association, the exhibition is being hosted at the Sarajevo branch of the Yunus Emre Institute (YEE), a Turkish cultural organization that promotes language and cultural exchange.

The opening ceremony brought together YEE Vice President Omer Yildiz, Sarajevo YEE Director Mehmet Akif Yaman, association representatives and guests.

Members of the Healthy Living, Happy Aging Association perform during the opening of an Istanbul-themed art exhibition at the Yunus Emre Institute in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Oct. 29, 2026. (AA Photo)
Members of the Healthy Living, Happy Aging Association perform during the opening of an Istanbul-themed art exhibition at the Yunus Emre Institute in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Oct. 29, 2026. (AA Photo)

Cultural cooperation and active aging take center stage

Speaking at the event, Yildiz highlighted the importance of cooperation between institutions and cultural exchange, while welcoming the active participation of older adults in social and cultural life.

The opening also featured musical performances by artist Neno Muric, who performed "Memleketim" and "Snijeg pade na behar, na voce."

Following a performance by the association's choir, guests were introduced to an anthem prepared by the association for its Healthy Aging Centers.

Association representatives thanked the Sarajevo Yunus Emre Institute for its cooperation and support.

The exhibition, showcasing paintings centered on Istanbul, will remain open to visitors until Nov. 6.

October 31, 2026 04:06 AM GMT+03:00
More From Türkiye Today