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Osman Hamdi Bey is one of the most influential cultural figures of the late Ottoman era. The turtle symbolizes his most iconic work, The Tortoise Trainer.

Sezen Aksu
Title: The Queen of Turkish Pop
Field: Music
She has influenced three generations of artists, and her songs are part of Turkish popular culture.

Türkan Şoray Title: The Sultan of Turkish CinemaField: Cinema ? Why is it important Türkan Şoray is the most iconic actress in the history of Turkish cinema. With a career spanning decade and more than 200 films, she shaped the golden age of Yeşilçam and became a cultural symbol admired across generations. Her performances, emotional…

A cultural exploration of Nazım Hikmet’s poetic legacy, his revolutionary voice, and his lasting impact on modern Turkish literature.

“Barış Manço remains one of Turkey’s most beloved cultural icons

Zeki Müren revolutionized Turkish classical music with his refined vocal technique, emotional delivery, and elegant stage presence

Orhan Pamuk is the first Turkish writer to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. His novels-especially Istanbul: Memories and the City-