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The Türkiye Culture Route Festival is set to reach a new destination as it launches in Aydin for the first time, bringing a multilayered cultural program to the city between May 2 and May 10. Organized by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Türkiye, the festival will unfold across various venues, offering a wide mix of exhibitions, concerts, workshops and culinary experiences.
According to Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, including Aydin in the festival route is expected to help bring the city’s historical and cultural heritage to broader audiences.
He indicated that the initiative is designed to boost Aydin’s standing within cultural tourism, positioning the city as a more visible destination for both domestic and international visitors.
A central part of the program will be a series of exhibitions spread across the city, each offering a different perspective on history and culture. The exhibitions with titles such as “Journey to Dreams,” “Preserved Time: A Visual Journey of Archaeological Heritage,” and “Sacred Relics of the Ottoman Empire” will be open to visitors at multiple locations.
Alongside these, the “Living Heritage: Aydin” exhibition will focus on traditional arts, presenting practices that continue to be passed down through generations, a concept that refers to intangible cultural heritage rather than physical artifacts.
Music and stage performances will play a major role throughout the festival. Events are set to take place in key venues, including the Aydin Tekstil Park, where a lineup of well-known Turkish performers such as Ferhat Gocer, Demet Akalin, Oguzhan Koc, Derya Ulug and Sefo will take the stage.
In addition, artists from the Izmir State Opera and Ballet will put on special performances, adding a classical dimension to the program and broadening its appeal across different audiences.
The festival will also introduce the “Lezzet Noktasi” (Flavor Stop) project in Aydin. Under this initiative, 40 restaurants representing the city’s culinary identity have been selected to form a dedicated food route.
Aydin’s cuisine, known for its olive-based dishes, figs and herb-based recipes typical of the Aegean region, will be brought to the forefront, allowing visitors to explore the local gastronomy in a structured way.
Beyond exhibitions and performances, the festival will branch out into educational and interactive formats. Author Tarik Tufan is expected to take part in talks, while hands-on workshops focusing on traditional arts will offer participants a chance to engage directly with cultural practices.
Children will also be included through dedicated areas such as the “Children’s Village,” alongside various workshops designed specifically for younger audiences, ensuring that the program caters to a wide age range.
With its combination of ancient sites, cultural depth and culinary richness, Aydin is set to host a festival that stretches across disciplines and formats.
Over the course of nine days, the city will serve as a platform where heritage, contemporary culture and public engagement come together in a cohesive cultural experience.
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