EMITT Eastern Mediterranean International Tourism and Travel Fair, one of the five largest tourism fairs in the world, continues to host its visitors at Istanbul TÜYAP Fair and Congress Center. The interest in the Şanlıurfa stand at the fair is increasing day by day. The palate-pleasing delicacies of Şanlıurfa, the capital of gastronomy with its local registered taste, were also highly appreciated at the fair.
Şanlıurfa was welcomed with great interest on the 3rd day of the EMITT Fair. In cooperation with Şanlıurfa Metropolitan Municipality and Governorship, and with the support of Şanlıurfa Provincial Culture and Tourism Directorate, Karaköprü, Haliliye and Eyyübiye central district municipalities, the history, culture, music and gastronomy of Şanlıurfa were impressively introduced at the Eastern Mediterranean International Tourism and Travel Fair.
On the third day of the fair, Şanlıurfa stands attracted great attention, especially with its touristic potential and rich culture. While the participants had the opportunity to discover the unique atmosphere of Şanlıurfa, they were fascinated by its historical texture and traditional values. Promotions with the city's UNESCO-registered musical heritage and delicious gastronomy were among the factors that impressed those who attended the fair.
The EMITT Fair in 2024 raised great hopes for the tourism potential of Şanlıurfa. Şanlıurfa, which has become a favorite of both local and foreign tourists, attracted the attention of national and international tourism businessmen within the scope of the fair. Projects and touristic opportunities, especially for tourists who want to visit Şanlıurfa in 2024, became the focus of attention of businessmen participating in the fair.
This intense interest shows that Şanlıurfa will gain significant momentum in tourism in 2024. As the city's touristic appeal increases in the national and international arena, the city is expected to host more visitors in the coming years.
The successful organization of Şanlıurfa Governorship and Metropolitan Municipality gained the appreciation of those who attended the fair. Visitors thanked those who contributed to this event, which was held to increase the touristic attraction of Şanlıurfa. Şanlıurfa continues to make a significant contribution to regional tourism with its successful performance at the EMITT Fair.
United Cities and Local Governments Middle East and West Asia Regional Organization (UCLG-MEWA) Secretary General Mehmet Duman, who visited the fair, stated that the Şanlıurfa stand at the fair was very successful and noted that everyone should visit Şanlıurfa, the cradle of civilizations.
Tourism agencies working in Şanlıurfa were also very pleased with the interest and intensity in the fair. Stating that a lot of effort was put into the Şanlıurfa stand, tourism travel agencies stated that they signed accommodation contracts for 2024 and participated in a very important organization to attract more tourists to Şanlıurfa, and expressed their gratitude to Şanlıurfa Metropolitan Municipality and Şanlıurfa Governorship.