Troy Culture Road Festival, within the scope of Turkey Culture Road Festivals organized by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism in order to contribute to Turkey's international brand value, has started.
On the first day of the festival, a press conference was held at the Anadolu Hamidiye Bastion before the events.
In his speech here, Deputy Minister Mumcu said that they came together at the Çanakkale stop for the events of the festivals, which started in Cappadocia on August 5 and continued in Trabzon and Erzurum, on September 9-17.
Explaining that they set out to consider the brand values of the cities while planning the festivals, Mumcu reminded that the Troy Culture Road Festival was held for the second time this year.
Mumcu stated that the festivals will continue to be held in the cities on determined dates every year in the future and continued as follows:
“While we are making this planning, we also collect data about our tradesmen and accommodation places in our cities. We are trying to time it during the off season. Our festivals continue within a busy event calendar to increase mobility in the city. The festival in Çanakkale will continue for 9 days with many events such as concerts, exhibitions, theater and ballet. We also have activities for our children. As in last year's festival, there will be a gastronomy section this year too. Nearly 40 events will be held at more than 500 locations.
I proudly say this; Cultural Road Festivals will have a great impact on the promotion of both our city and our country. As a matter of fact, it is currently considered as the largest festival in the world in terms of its duration and diversity. We are also making efforts to carry this to international channels. We want international participation. We believe that our festivals will become an important value of our country by multiplying its success over the years.”
Noting that the number of cities was less last year and that they are planning 11 cities this year, Mumcu stated that they aim to increase this number every year.
Stating that there was participation in these festivals from surrounding provinces, Mumcu said, “When determining the cities, we went through the provinces of the region. Guests will come not only from Çanakkale, but also from surrounding provinces and regions. Because our concerts and events are free.” said.
“The People of Çanakkale Loved This Festival”
Çanakkale Wars Gallipoli Historical Site President İsmail Kaşdemir also stated that a very important week has begun for Çanakkale.
Considering the fact that the people of Çanakkale loved the Troy Culture Road Festival, which was held for the first time last year, Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy said, "Let's do it next year as well." Kasdemir said, “Our Ministry of Culture and Tourism is launching the Troy Culture Road Festival in Çanakkale. We are very happy, we thank our Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Because the people of Çanakkale loved this festival very much. All branches of culture and art meet the public in Çanakkale. Young people, women and the elderly have the opportunity to express themselves, be happy and have joyful days at the Troy Culture Road Festival.” he said.
Kaşdemir explained that the events will start today, a cortege will be organized in the evening, and artist Ferhat Göçer will give a concert.
Noting that the whole of Çanakkale will meet at the Anatolian Hamidiye Bastion restored by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Kaşdemir said, “This place has become a great event area. With its historical texture, facilities and wide area, this place has become a festival area, a meeting place, a place where we celebrate our holidays and where our elderly spend time. I invite all the people of Çanakkale to this festival. "Everyone can have a great time at this festival and see all the cultural and artistic activities here for 9 days." he said.
Çanakkale Governor İlhami Aktaş, Ministry of Culture and Tourism General Director of Research and Education Selim Terzi and other officials attended the press conference.