Celebrating 23 April: National Sovereignty and Children’s Day in Turkey

April 23rd holds a special place in the heart of every Turkish citizen. It’s not just a celebration of national sovereignty, but also a day dedicated to the children of Turkey, a unique fusion that brings pride and joy to the nation. On this day, we commemorate the foundation of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey in 1920, marking the beginning of a new era for the Turkish Republic under the leadership of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.

Celebrating Turkey's Republic Day: 29 October

Hello, Erasmus students! As you explore Turkey, you may notice a surge of excitement and pride throughout the country as 29 October approaches. This date marks Republic Day (Cumhuriyet Bayramı), one of the most significant national holidays in Turkey. It commemorates the day in 1923 when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk declared Turkey a republic, officially transitioning from the Ottoman Empire to the modern, secular nation we see today.