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• Caferağa Sıbyan Mektebi (Primary School) Restored

  8.7.2024 Fatih Municipality aims to revive the Caferağa Primary School (Kaşıkçı Mustafa Efendi School), one of the important works of our cultural heritage, and hand it down to future generations. More...
• Restoration Works Ongoing at Silahtarağa Sıbyan Mektebi (Primary School)

  9.7.2024 The restoration works started in Silahtarağa Primary School in November 2023 continue unabated. The historical building is planned to be completed and reopened in 2024 More...
• Süleymaniye Work, One of Our Cultural Heritage Revived in KARINCA Workshop within Fatih Municipality

  10.7.2024 Süleymaniye Work, the precious piece of the art of decoration, is reproduced in limited numbers by the KARINCA Workshop within Fatih Municipality in order to keep our traditional handicrafts alive. Combining history and art, these rare pieces bring the elegance of the past to the present. More...
• Outdoor Streaming of the UEFA European Championship in Yedikule Fortress Gathered Eight Hundred People!

  23.6.2024 UEFA European Championship enthusiasm continues in Yedikule Fortress! Citizens watched with excitement the battle of our National Team against Portugal. More...
• Our National Team's UEFA European Championship Victory against Georgia Celebrated in Yedikule Fortress!

  19.6.2024 UEFA European Championship excitement started in Yedikule Fortress! The participants celebrated with great enthusiasm the victory of our National Team against Georgia. More...
• Kaid Mustafa Agha Fountain Restored

  18.6.2024 Within the scope of the restoration of Kaid Mustafa Agha Fountain in Sümbül Efendi Neighbourhood, the cement mortar walls on the rear and side facades were removed and rebuilt with brick beams and rubble stone masonry. More...
• Nişancı Mehmet Pasha Mosque Fountain Restored

  24.6.2024 Within the scope of the restoration of Nişancı Mehmet Pasha Mosque Fountain on Türkeli Street, cement-based modifications were cleaned and repaired with original materials. Work on the marble mirror stone and the fountain was completed. More...
• Fatih Municipality Hosted UNESCO World Heritage Centre and ICOMOS Delegation

  26.6.2024 Within the scope of the Reactive Monitoring Mission of UNESCO World Heritage Centre and ICOMOS, we hosted World Heritage Director Eloundou Assomo and his expert delegation as Fatih Municipality. Thus, the "Reactive Monitoring Mission to the Historical Areas of İstanbul" was successfully completed. More...
• Special 10% Discount Offered for Suriçi Fatih Members!

  26.6.2024 Suriçi Fatih members are now entitled to a 10% discount at Çatladıkapı and Topkapı Social Facilities and Kahvehane Vatan! More...
• A Night Full of Enthusiasm in Historical Yedikule Fortress: Our National Team Defeated Czechia!

  27.6.2024 UEFA European Championship excitement continues at full speed in Yedikule Fortress! The victory of our National Team against the Czechia was celebrated with great enthusiasm in the outdoor match streaming organised with the participation of more than a thousand citizens. More...
• Tourism Season Opening Ceremony Held in Yedikule Fortress with the Participation of Mr. Gül, the Governor and Mr. Turan, the Mayor and Mr. Nadir Alpas

  29.6.2024 With the participation of Mr. Davut Gül, Governor of Istanbul, Mr. M. Ergün Turan, Mayor of Fatih Municipality and Mr. Nadir Alpaslan, Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism, Yedikule Fortress, famous for its legends, opened its doors to the new tourism season. Guided tours and various cultural events await visitors throughout the season. More...
• Kapi Agha İbrahim Aga Fountain Restored

  1.7.2024 Within the scope of the restoration works of the Kapi Agha (Chief White Eunuch) İbrahim Agha Fountain in Seyyid Ömer Neighbourhood, cement-based modifications were removed and the joints were renewed, the upper cover was enclosed with a stone-covered roof and the fountain was uncovered by excavation work. More...
• Hisar Cafe at Your Service in its Renewed Form!

  2.7.2024 Hisar Cafe, located in the historical Yedikule Fortress, opened its doors to visitors with its renewed look. Hisar Cafe, which provides delicious food and beverages in this historical place famous for its legends, is waiting for its guests. More...
• The Streaming of the Match 'Türkiye-Austria' in Yedikule Fortress Organised with the Participation of Mr. Gül, the Governor and Mr. Turan, the Mayor

  3.7.2024 UEFA European Championship excitement continues in Yedikule Fortress! With the participation of Mr. Davut Gül, the Governor of İstanbul and Mr. M. Ergün Turan, the Mayor of Fatih and thousands of citizens, the National Team's victory over Austria was celebrated with enthusiasm at the match streaming. More...
• Outdoor Streaming of the Match 'Türkiye-Netherlands' in Yedikule Fortress Organised with the Participation of Mr. Turan, the Mayor

  7.7.2024 People watched the match between our National Team and the Netherlands through an outdoor streaming in the historical Yedikule Fortress. Mr. M. Ergün Turan, the Mayor of Fatih, and thousands of citizens attended the event. The Mayor, Mr. Turan thanked "Our Boys" (National Team) for the enthusiasm and joy they gave. More...
• 2nd Stage Nation's Garden Cafeteria Is at Your Service!

  7.6.2024 The 15th Turkish World Children's Song Contest was organized with the participation of children from Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and other Turkish regions. Children displayed their cultural melodies and skills. More...
• Turkish World Children's Festival was Organized at FKSM with Enthusiasm

  7.6.2024 The 15th Turkish World Children's Song Contest was organized with the participation of children from Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and other Turkish regions. Children displayed their cultural melodies and skills. More...
• Mayor Turan Celebrated World Environment Day at Land Walls Nation's Garden with Our Little Ones

  6.6.2024 Mayor Turan attended several activities that were organized at Land Walls Nation’s Garden in the scope of World Environment Day. Mayor noted that they will continue to work for a greener and more habitable Fatih altogether. More...
• 571st Anniversary of the Conquest of Istanbul was Celebrated with Enthusiasm at Ayasofya Square

  30.5.2024 The 571st anniversary of the blessed conquest was celebrated with enthusiasm at Ayasofya Square with performance of the Janissary Band. Throughout the activity the band gave the audience enjoyable moments with its performance given in traditional attire and instruments. More...
• Façades of Karagümrük are Renovated!

  27.5.2024 Arrangements of façades are continuing to give an aesthetic look to Fatih. Renovation works are completed at façades of 44 buildings at Karagümrük Neighborhood. More...
• “May 19th Youth and Sports Festival” Enthusiasm at Canoe and Paddle Sports Center!

  20.5.2024 Young people enjoyed the festival with activities organized at Canoe and Paddle Sports Center in the scope of “May 19th Youth and Sports Festival”. More...
• We Participated in the 8th Heritage İstanbul Fair as Fatih Municipality

  15.5.2024 We, as Fatih Municipality, participated in Heritage İstanbul Fair organized for the 8th time this year. Our stand was visited by Mr. M. Ergün Turan, Mayor of Fatih Municipality, Mr. Davut Gül, Governor of İstanbul and Mr. Musa Işın, Governor of Kütahya. Mayor Turan emphasized that the fair has an important role in preserving the awareness regarding cultural heritage. More...
• Citizens Enjoyed the Sports and Entertainment Festival for the Disabled at the Canoe and Rowing Sports Centre

  14.5.2024 At the 6th Traditional Sports and Entertainment Festival for the Disabled held at Fatih Municipality Canoe and Rowing Sports Center for the Disability Week, the participants came together, made new friends and had a pleasant day. This event once again demonstrated the unifying power of sports. More...
• "Edura Kindergarten" in Berlin visits our FANÇO and Children's Day-care Centres

  14.5.2024 The kindergarten team of "Edura Kindertagestätten Yuvam gGmbH" in Berlin visits Children's Libraries and Mother and Child Centres of Fatih Municipality on May 14-15. Edura kindergarten organizes trainings and institutional visits for professional development of its employees. More...
• Restoration Works at Nalıncı Mehmet Mimi Dede Tomb are Completed

  9.5.2024 Nalıncı Mehmet Mimi Dede Tomb regained its former glory thanks to restoration works. Static problems were resolved and the fountain in front of the tomb was repaired. More...
• Our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Participated in the Opening Program of Kariye Mosque with Video Conference

  6.5.2024 Kariye Mosque was opened after 79 years with a program our President Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan participated in with video conference and Fatih Mayor Mr. M. Ergün Turan, Istanbul Governor Mr. Davut Gül, Fatih District Governor Mr. Cafer Sarılı, AK Party Istanbul District Chairman Mr. Osman Nuri Kabaktepe, and Istanbul District Manager of Culture and Tourism, Mr. Coşkun Yılmaz were also present. More...
• Registration Began for 14th Volunteer Tourism Ambassadors!

  2.5.2024 Fatih Belediyesi Gençlik ve Spor Birimi tarafından bu yıl 14. kez düzenlenecek olan "Gönüllü Turizm Elçileri" projesi için başvurular başladı. Son başvuru tarihi 30 Mayıs. More...
• Young Athletes Compete Vehemently at School Sports Rowing Championship

  30.4.2024 School Sports Rowing Junior (A-B) and Adults Türkiye Championship hosted by Fatih Municipality Canoe and Rowing Center was organized with the participation of 39 schools and 300 athletes from 11 provinces. The young athletes who were successful in the close competition were awarded cups and medals. More...
• April 23rd National Sovereignty and Children's Day" held at the Land Walls Nation's Garden with the participation of Mayor Turan

  24.4.2024 April 23rd National Sovereignty and Children's Day was held in the 2nd Stage of the Land Walls Nation's Garden with the participation of Fatih Mayor M. Ergün Turan. Mayor Turan came together with citizens on this special day and shared the joy of the celebrations. More...
• Our "KARINCA Handicraft" Products Now Available for You via Fatih Bookstore Website!

  16.4.2024 The products meticulously crafted in the workshops of the KARINCA Handicraft Education Unit are now available for sale on the website of Bookstore Fatih. The online platform of Fatih Bookstore includes products in various categories such as porcelain, ceramics, kazaziye, leather, tile and furnishings. More...
• Sevgi Street Fountain is Flowing Once Again

  15.4.2024 Necessary modifications have been made to the Sevgi Street Fountain located in Nişanca Quarter and poor quality materials have been removed. In addition, stone-brick integration and joint repairs were performed in the sections with missing parts of the alternating masonry. More...
• Yedikule Fortress Fatih Masjid is under Reconstruction

  16.4.2024 The reconstruction works of Yedikule Fortress Fatih Masjid, one of the oldest masjids of Istanbul, are underway. More...
• Yedikule Station Parking Lot, our 24th parking lot, is now at Your Service!

  17.4.2024 Yedikule Station Parking Lot, the 24th parking lot of Fatih, has been put into service to meet the parking needs of the residents of the district. More...
• Public Lighting Works Completed at At Pazarı Square

  17.4.2024 Our municipality completed lighting works in the At Pazarı Square to ensure an aesthetic appearance of the area. More...
• Lighting Works were Conducted at Hekimoğlu Ali Paşa Square

  29.3.2024 Lighting works were undertaken at Hekimoğlu Ali Paşa Square to bring in an aesthetically pleasing look to the square. More...
• Our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Visited Fatih Central Library

  30.3.2024 Our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Candidate Mayor of the Republic Alliance, Mr. Murat Kurum, Minister of Youth and Sports Mr. Osman Aşkın Bak, and Fatih Mayor Mr. M. Ergün Turan visited Fatih Central Library and came together with young people of Fatih. More...
• Saka Fountain Regained Water

  25.3.2024 Missing marble pieces of Saka Fountain at Taya Hatun Neighborhood were completed and façade cleaning was made. More...
• Our Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hakan Fidan, Visited Fatih Central Library and the 41st Türkiye Book and Culture Exhibition

  24.3.2024 Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Hakan Fidan and Fatih Mayor Mr. M. Ergün Turan visited the 41st Türkiye Book and Culture Exhibition followed by Fatih Central Library. More...
• Chairman of the Turkish Grand National Assembly, Numan Kurtulmuş Graced His Presence the Fast Breaking Organized with Non-Governmental Organizations a

  22.3.2024 Fast breaking program was organized at Neslişah Sultan Cultural Center with chairmen and representatives of non-governmental organizations in Fatih with the participation of Fatih Mayor, Mr. M. Ergün Turan where Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly, Mr. Numan Kurtulmuş graced with his presence. More...
• Saliha Sultan Fountain Regained Water

  18.3.2024 Plant and surface cleaning was conducted employing suitable mechanical and chemical methods in the scope of repair works at Saliha Sultan Fountain. In addition, joints of stones were renewed and the integrity of the fountain was ensured and plastic repair works were completed. More...
• The 41st Türkiye Book and Culture Exhibition was Opened at Fatih Mosque with the Presence of the President of Religious Affairs, Prof. Ali Erbaş

  16.3.2024 The 41st Türkiye Book and Culture Exhibition was opened at Fatih Mosque with the presence of the President of Religious Affairs, Prof. Ali Erbaş and District Governor of Fatih Cafer Sarılı. The first day of the exhibition with autograph sessions, seminars, and children’s activities collected great attention. More...
• Humanitarian Aid from Fatih Municipality and İHH to Gaza

  8.3.2024 Fatih Municipality and IHH are sending humanitarian aid to Gaza Strip that Israel has been bombing since October 7 and drifting to famine. More...
• Odabaşı Behruz Ağa Fountain Regained Water

  11.3.2024 Odabaşı Behruz Ağa Fountain at Şehremini Neighborhood was built by placing an ornamental slab in pointed arch. The basin part that remained below road level in time was revealed with excavation. More...
• The First Fast Breaking was organized with the Traditional Cannon Shot at Sultanahmet

  12.3.2024 First fast breaking took place in Sultanahmet with performance of the Mehter band and Koran chanting followed by cannon shot of the artillery unit under the First Army Command. More...
• The “Second Traditional Cake Contest” where Mayor Turan also Attended was Organized at Neslişah Sultan Cultural Center

  3.3.2024 The “Second Traditional Cake Contest” was organized by KARINCA Handicraft Training Unit at Neslişah Sultan Cultural Center with attendance of Fatih Mayor M. Ergün Turan. Mayor Turan made a wish that they would come together at the contest once again next year with the support of his fellow townsmen. More...
• Bâlâ Süleyman Ağa Street was Renewed in the Scope of Road and Pavement Works

  4.3.2024 Fatih Municipality alleviated traffic problems while making pedestrian roads safer with road and pavement works it conducted on Bâlâ Süleyman Ağa Street. More...
• Hacı Hasan Fountain Regained Water

  4.3.2024 Cement plaster at reservoir and facades of Hacı Hasan Fountain at Sultanahmet Neighborhood were replastered using original material and the layers of paint on the surface were cleaned. More...
• Opening of Sirkeci-Kazlıçeşme Rail System Line was Honored by our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan

  26.2.2024 Opening ceremony of “Sirkeci-Kazlıçeşme Rail System and Passenger-Focused New Generation Transportation Project” was honored by our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and realized with participation of the People’s Alliance Candidate Mayor of IMM, Mr. Murat Kurum, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Mr. Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, and Fatih Mayor Mr. M. Ergün Turan. More...