Coordinated by our International Relations Office, the Edirne Cultural Trip was held on Thursday, October 22, 2026, in cooperation between Kırklareli University and the Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities (YTB), with the participation of our international students..
Departing from Kırklareli in the morning, the students had the opportunity to discover the historical and cultural treasures of Edirne, a city that served as the capital of the Ottoman Empire for many years.
The itinerary included visits to the Sultan Bayezid II Complex, the Darüşşifa (historic hospital) and Health Museum, Karaağaç Train Station, the Lausanne Monument, Meriç Bridge, and the historic Customs Guardhouse. The students also explored the Old Mosque (Ulu Cami), Selimiye Mosque, Selimiye Arasta Bazaar, and the Three-Balconied Mosque, gaining firsthand insight into the city's rich architectural heritage.
As part of the cultural experience, the students enjoyed Edirne's traditional cuisine, including its famous Edirne-style fried liver and other local specialties.
The program also included a visit to the YTB Edirne Coordination Office, where participants exchanged views on activities supporting international students and expressed their mutual commitment to continued institutional cooperation.
Throughout the trip, the students were accompanied by Deputy Coordinator Lecturer Dr. Duygu Altunoğlu Yıldız, Deputy Coordinator Lecturer Merve İrem Ayar Dilek, and Branch Manager Merve Tekdurmaz from the International Relations Office of Kırklareli University.
Aimed at promoting awareness of Türkiye's cultural heritage, strengthening intercultural interaction, and supporting the social integration of international students, the program concluded with commemorative group photographs.
Kırklareli University IRO International Students The Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities Edirne Cultural Trip
