5th Istanbul Folklore Symposium

The city that bridges Asia and Europe, built upon seven hills, and as the capital of the Eastern Roman-Byzantine and Ottoman empires, stands as one of the most important centers of European culture: Istanbul

The secrets of this priceless city, where “the sun rises in both the East and the West at the same time,” have inspired poets’ pens and painters’ brushes for centuries, giving rise to a unique Istanbul spirit. This rare metropolis, the cradle of civilizations, continues to preserve its significance as a universal heritage today just as it did on the very first day.

We would be honored to have you join us at the 5th Istanbul Folklore Symposium, where we will explore every aspect of this deep-rooted heritage—from traditional arts to culinary culture, and from oral literature to social life.